Bill > HB0040

This bill amends the Utah Construction Trades Licensing Act by updating definitions, licensing requirements, and disciplinary procedures for various construction trades, including electricians, plumbers, and alarm companies. Key changes include establishing new definitions for terms like "construction trade," "qualifier," and specific contractor classifications (e.g., general building contractor, residential electrical contractor), and outlining new requirements for pre-licensure courses, continuing education, and financial responsibility for contractors. The bill also introduces a $1 surcharge on licenses to fund access to building codes and standards, revises rules for unincorporated entities and their reporting requirements, and clarifies licensing and disciplinary actions for alarm companies, including specific regulations for battery-charged suspended-wire systems. Additionally, it modifies provisions related to payment practices, contractor responsibilities for subcontractors and suppliers, and the process for handling citations and fines. The bill also repeals several existing sections related to construction trades and alarm companies, consolidating and updating the law.

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry

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