Bill > HB1784

This bill amends Title 63 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to provide clearer guidelines for civil penalties related to frivolous complaints against licensed professionals. Specifically, the bill allows the commissioner to impose a civil penalty of up to $1,000 for each frivolous complaint filed against a licensee, defined as a complaint that is groundless and brought in bad faith, for harassment, annoyance, or to gain a competitive advantage. Before imposing such a penalty, the commissioner must provide notice to the complainant and give them an opportunity to respond, following administrative law and procedure. The bill also reinforces existing definitions of "unlicensed practice," which includes practicing a profession without a valid license or representing oneself as qualified to practice a profession without proper authorization. The new provisions aim to discourage baseless complaints and protect licensed professionals from unwarranted harassment while ensuring due process for complainants. The bill will take effect 60 days after its enactment.

Labor and Employment

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