Bill > S1642

This bill proposes several changes to Chapter 148 of the Massachusetts General Laws, primarily focusing on strengthening regulations related to licensed trades and fire safety. The bill introduces new penalties for individuals performing work without a valid license from the State Fire Marshal, with a fine of up to $500 for a first offense for both unlicensed work and lending or selling one's license to another person. It modifies notification procedures by allowing notices to be served through in-hand service or citation issuance, and increases an existing fine from $1,000 to $1,500. The bill also expands the State Fire Marshal's authority by explicitly allowing them to create rules and regulations to fulfill legally mandated duties. A significant addition is a new section that enables the Fire Marshal to suspend or revoke licenses without a hearing if a violation suggests an immediate threat to public safety, with the license holder entitled to a hearing within thirty days of suspension. These changes aim to enhance public safety by more strictly regulating trades that require specialized licensing and providing the Fire Marshal with greater enforcement capabilities.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1642