The bill amends the Skilled Trades Regulation Act by updating Section 1107, which governs the licensing and registration requirements for plumbing contractors and plumbers in Michigan. It stipulates that individuals must be licensed or registered to work as plumbing contractors, master plumbers, journey plumbers, or apprentice plumbers. The bill clarifies that only licensed master or journey plumbers are permitted to perform plumbing work, and it emphasizes that a licensed master plumber is responsible for ensuring proper installation and compliance with the state construction code. Additionally, it mandates that plumbing work can only be conducted if the responsible plumbing contractor has obtained the necessary permits.

The bill also outlines specific exceptions where a license is not required, including minor repairs, certain installations of building sewer or water service pipes, and installations of domestic water treatment equipment, provided that permits are secured and inspections are conducted. It further allows homeowners to install their own plumbing in single-family dwellings under similar conditions. New provisions include the installation of medical gas piping under supervision and the testing of backflow prevention assemblies on automatic fire suppression systems. The bill ensures that individuals can still perform activities within the scope of their existing licenses or registrations under other applicable laws.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 339.6107