Bill > H1628

This bill proposes to significantly increase financial penalties for professionals who continue to practice a trade or profession after their license, registration, or certification has been suspended, revoked, or cancelled. Specifically, the bill raises monetary fines across several sections of Massachusetts state law: increasing the first-offense fine from $2,500 to $10,000, the initial fine from $1,000 to $5,000, and introducing more severe penalties for subsequent offenses. For example, in the context of certain trades and professions, individuals or businesses who engage in work without proper licensing will now face a first-time fine of up to $5,000, and for subsequent offenses, they can be fined up to $10,000 or potentially face up to six months in the house of correction, or both. These increased penalties are designed to more stringently enforce professional licensing requirements and deter unlicensed work across various industries, ultimately aiming to protect public safety and ensure professional standards are maintained.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1628