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Key provisions

• Defines terms such as ‘client,’ ‘home inspection,’ and ‘home inspector’ to clarify the scope of the regulations.
• Establishes specific qualifications and requirements for obtaining a license as a home inspector, including education, experience, and examination.
• Requires home inspectors to maintain continuing education to stay current on industry standards.
• Outlines disciplinary measures for home inspectors who violate regulations, including revocation or suspension of licenses.
• Creates a process for reciprocity for home inspectors licensed in other states.
• Includes provisions for consumer protection related to home inspection reports, including required disclosures and limitations on liability.
• Addresses contract requirements for home inspections, specifying necessary provisions and prohibiting certain clauses.
• Establishes a process for reporting multiple certifications held by real estate appraisers.