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MA H278

MA H278
Defining regulation of home improvement contractors


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Introduced
01/20/2015
In Committee
01/20/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016

Introduced Session

189th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to further regulate home improvement contractors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

AI Summary

This bill, titled "Defining regulation of home improvement contractors," proposes changes to Chapter 142A of the General Laws, which governs home improvement contractors. Specifically, it aims to further regulate these contractors by removing the terms "and resident" from one section and "owner occupied" from two other sections of the existing law. These changes suggest a broadening of the scope of regulations that apply to home improvement projects, potentially impacting how contractors are licensed and consumer protections are applied, by removing specific distinctions related to the residency or occupancy status of the property owner.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4578 (on 08/15/2016)

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