The bill amends the Skilled Trades Regulation Act by updating the requirements for obtaining a plumbing contractor license and clarifying the responsibilities of licensed plumbing contractors and master plumbers. To qualify for a plumbing contractor license, applicants must either hold a master plumber license or employ a master plumber as their representative. The bill specifies that only individuals who are sole proprietors, partners, corporate officers, or members of a limited liability company can apply for this license. Additionally, it mandates that applicants provide detailed information about their residency and business history, as well as the licensed master plumber representing them.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the regulations surrounding plumbing inspectors, stating that individuals registered as plumbing inspectors are no longer prohibited from engaging in plumbing work. This change allows plumbing inspectors to participate in the plumbing business without conflicting with their official duties. The bill also emphasizes the joint responsibility of plumbing contractors and their master plumbers in ensuring compliance with plumbing regulations and requires licensed plumbing contractors to display their business name and the name of their master plumber prominently at their business location.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 339.6111, 339.6123