Bill > S285

This bill modifies the composition of the auto damage appraiser licensing board within the division of occupational licensure in Massachusetts. Currently, the board consists of seven members, and the bill makes specific changes to how these members are appointed and their terms of service. The governor will continue to appoint four members (two from the auto body repair industry and two from insurance companies), while the attorney general will now appoint two members (one from their office and one consumer representative unaffiliated with auto body shops or insurance companies). The commissioner of the division of occupational licensure will appoint one board member who will serve as chair and cannot be affiliated with either the auto body or insurance industries. The bill also establishes that no board member can serve more than two consecutive complete 3-year terms, and any vacancies must be filled within 60 days of occurring. These changes aim to ensure diverse representation and expertise on the board while preventing prolonged service by any single member.

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S285