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In short
A discharge order is a court order that releases a debtor from personal liability for certain debts after a bankruptcy proceeding. It means creditors cannot pursue those discharged debts.
If you've had a prior bankruptcy, the SBA wants to see the discharge order to confirm that the relevant debts were legally resolved. The date of discharge is also crucial, as recent bankruptcies can still pose eligibility issues, even if debts are discharged. Provide this documentation proactively.
13 CFR Part 120 — Business Loans
Office of the Federal Register · Federal regulation
SOP 50 10 — Lender and Development Company Loan Programs
U.S. Small Business Administration · SBA Standard Operating Procedure
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