Bill > H155

This bill, titled "To facilitate and regulate residential selling practices," proposes new regulations for door-to-door sales, often referred to as "residential selling," which involves selling goods or services at a residence without a prior appointment. Under this bill, individuals who are not residents of the Commonwealth and engage in this type of selling will be required to obtain a one-year license from their local municipal clerk, which will cost $50.00 and must be displayed upon request. Applicants for this license must provide personal information, proof of identity, and undergo a background check, with individuals convicted of felonies or sex offenses in the past ten years being ineligible. The bill also outlines penalties for non-compliance, including fines and potential jail time, and establishes a process for obtaining a statewide license for those selling in multiple municipalities. Importantly, existing professional licenses for certain sales or service roles will also serve as a residential seller license, and residents will have the right to prohibit commercial selling on their property by posting a designated sign.