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PA SB907
PA SB907Further providing for title of act, for definitions, for State Board of Certified Rea l Estate Appraisers, for powers and duties of board and for application and qualifications; providing for application and qualifications of home inspectors and home inspectors-in-training and for conduct of home inspection; further providing for reciprocity, for certification renewal, licensure renewal and records, for disciplinary and corrective measures, for reinstatement of certificate or license, for report
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Introduced
07/08/2025
07/08/2025
In Committee
07/08/2025
07/08/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending the act of July 10, 1990 (P.L.404, No.98), entitled "An act providing for the certification of real estate appraisers; specifying requirements for certification; providing for sanctions and penalties; and making an appropriation," further providing for title of act, for definitions, for State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers, for powers and duties of board and for application and qualifications; providing for application and qualifications of home inspectors and home inspectors-in- training and for conduct of home inspection; further providing for reciprocity, for certification renewal, licensure renewal and records, for disciplinary and corrective measures, for reinstatement of certificate or license, for reporting of multiple certification, for surrender of suspended or revoked certificate or license, for penalties and for injunctive relief; providing for remedies for home inspection services consumers, for home inspection contracts and for home inspection reports; and making a repeal.
AI Summary
This bill significantly expands the Pennsylvania Real Estate Appraisers Certification Act to include comprehensive regulation of home inspectors, creating a new licensing and professional standards framework. The bill establishes detailed requirements for home inspectors, including mandatory qualifications such as being at least 18 years old, completing 80 hours of board-approved instruction, passing a licensing examination, and completing 50 mentored home inspections. Home inspectors must maintain professional liability insurance and adhere to strict ethical standards, with provisions for disciplinary actions for misconduct. The legislation defines home inspection as a noninvasive visual examination of residential dwelling systems, specifies what constitutes a home inspection, and creates a registration process for home inspectors-in-training. The bill also introduces consumer protection measures, requiring detailed home inspection contracts and reports, and establishing remedies for consumers if home inspectors engage in unfair practices. Additionally, the bill modifies the State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers by adding home inspector representatives and creating new regulatory oversight for the profession. The changes aim to professionalize home inspection services, protect consumers, and establish clear standards for practitioners in Pennsylvania.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Referred to Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure (on 07/08/2025)
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