(a) A metal recycling entity unable to comply with
the electronic reporting requirements may request an exemption from
the requirement. The request must be in the form of an affidavit stating
the entity does not have an available and reliable means of submitting
the transaction report electronically. In addition, the request must
clearly describe the metal recycling entity's technological inadequacies,
explain why those inadequacies cannot be remedied, and include documentation
establishing the financial hardship associated with compliance.
(b) If an exemption is granted, the entity must file
reportable transactions with the department on an approved form. The
exemption will remain in effect for no longer than twelve (12) months,
beginning the first (1st) day of the month following the month the
exemption was granted. A new exemption must be requested annually
in writing.
(c) The department may rescind an exemption if the
reasons underlying the exemption no longer exist.
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