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This bill, known as the Homeowner Harassment Prevention Act, establishes legal protections for homeowners against aggressive solicitation by real estate professionals, construction companies, and property developers. The bill defines "predatory tactics" as repeated unsolicited contact after a homeowner has requested to be left alone, or making threats (express or implied) about selling property. Real estate professionals are required to identify themselves and their intended buyer when contacting a homeowner, and are prohibited from using predatory tactics to solicit property sales. The Office of Attorney General can assess civil penalties between $2,000 and $10,000 for each violation, with each day of continuing violation considered a separate offense. Aggrieved homeowners can bring civil actions in court and potentially recover attorney fees, and all parties involved in an improper solicitation can be held vicariously liable. The bill defines a "real estate developer" as someone who acquires, improves, and sells residential property, with specific exemptions for individuals improving their own primary residence. The act will take effect 60 days after passage, providing a clear legal framework to protect homeowners from harassment by real estate professionals seeking to purchase their properties.

Housing and Urban Affairs

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