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PA HB1149
PA HB1149In training and certification of inspectors, providing for residential building inspectors.
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Introduced
04/04/2025
04/04/2025
In Committee
04/04/2025
04/04/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), entitled "An act establishing a uniform construction code; imposing powers and duties on municipalities and the Department of Labor and Industry; providing for enforcement; imposing penalties; and making repeals," in training and certification of inspectors, providing for residential building inspectors.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act by adding new requirements for residential building inspectors. Specifically, the bill mandates that residential building inspectors must complete five additional hours of continuing education focused on identifying faulty construction practices. The required training will cover topics such as proper stucco installation, the legal responsibilities and potential liabilities of builders when construction is substandard, and the legal remedies available to homeowners when they encounter faulty construction. This educational requirement is designed to enhance the expertise of building inspectors and provide them with more comprehensive knowledge about construction quality and potential issues. The new requirements will go into effect 60 days after the bill is signed into law, giving inspectors time to prepare and complete the additional training. The goal appears to be improving the quality of construction inspections and providing better protection for homeowners by ensuring inspectors are well-informed about potential construction defects and legal recourses.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (24)
Joe Hohenstein (D)*,
Lisa Borowski (D),
Tim Brennan (D),
Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D),
Missy Cerrato (D),
Kyle Donahue (D),
Bob Freeman (D),
Pat Gallagher (D),
José Giral (D),
Nancy Guenst (D),
Carol Hill-Evans (D),
Mary Isaacson (D),
Malcolm Kenyatta (D),
Maureen Madden (D),
Steve Malagari (D),
La'Tasha Mayes (D),
Jeanne McNeill (D),
Ed Neilson (D),
Darisha Parker (D),
Chris Pielli (D),
James Prokopiak (D),
Ben Sanchez (D),
Joseph Webster (D),
Dan Williams (D),
Last Action
Referred to Housing & Community Development (on 04/04/2025)
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