An Act amending the act of October 17, 2008 (P.L.1645, No.132), known as the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act, further providing for definitions, for registration of contractors, for procedures for registration as a contractor, for application fees, for home improvement contracts and for home improvement fraud; and making a repeal.
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Overview
This bill amends the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act to strengthen regulations for contractors and protect consumers from fraud. It clarifies definitions related to ‘certificate,’ ‘contractor,’ and ‘home improvement,’ and establishes procedures for contractor registration, including verification of criminal history and reporting of out-of-state licenses. The bill also includes provisions to address home improvement fraud and clarifies the circumstances under which a contractor can recover payment for completed work.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘certificate,’ ‘contractor,’ and ‘home improvement’ with updated language.
- Establishes a process for contractor registration, including background checks and verification of out-of-state licenses.
- Requires contractors to report multiple registrations or licensures to the bureau.
- Creates penalties for home improvement fraud, including enhanced penalties for repeat offenses.
- Clarifies the circumstances under which a contractor can recover payment for completed work.
- Updates the fee for application and renewal of contractor registration.
- Requires contractors to disclose any prior convictions related to home improvement transactions.
- Specifies the types of home improvement work that are excluded from the definition.
Who is affected
- Home Improvement Contractors
- Homeowners
- Construction Industry
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Lynda Schlegel Culver
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