Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session

Pennsylvania House Bill HB30

Introduced

1/10/25

Refer

1/10/25

Refer

6/4/25

Report Pass

6/9/25

Engrossed

6/9/25

Refer

6/18/25

Caption

Further providing for application and qualifications.

Impact

The passage of HB30 is expected to influence the regulatory landscape for real estate appraisers in Pennsylvania significantly. By establishing a pathway for trainees to operate under the guidance of certified appraisers, the bill is anticipated to enhance the training process and potentially shorten the duration required for appraisers to gain their credentials. The updated qualifications are likely to impact the overall quality of appraisal services, as more individuals can be trained in practical settings while maintaining supervision.

Summary

House Bill 30 seeks to amend the Real Estate Appraisers Certification Act in Pennsylvania by introducing an appraiser trainee license without the need for an examination. This initiative aims to streamline the entry into the profession by allowing aspiring appraisers to begin their practical experience under the supervision of a certified appraiser. By lowering the initial barriers to entry, the bill aims to attract more individuals to the field of real estate appraisal, addressing the industry's demand for qualified appraisers.

Sentiment

The sentiment around HB30 appears to be generally positive among proponents in the real estate sector. Supporters argue that the bill will help alleviate the shortage of qualified appraisers, which has become increasingly pertinent as the demand for real estate services grows. However, there may be concerns among some current appraisers regarding the adequacy of training that trainees receive without an examination requirement, highlighting a potential divide between the interests of new entrants and seasoned professionals.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the implications of allowing trainee appraisers to operate without formal examination. Critics may argue that this could lead to variances in the quality of appraisals and reduce oversight, which is crucial in upholding industry standards. Furthermore, the supervision limit of three trainees per certified appraiser could also be debated to ensure that quality training is maintained without overwhelming the supervisory appraisers.

Latest PA HB30 Activity

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

PA HB1222

Further providing for application for license and qualifications of applicants.

PA SB907

Amending the act of February 19, 1980 (P.L.15, No.9), entitled "An act establishing the State Real Estate Commission and providing for the licensing of real estate brokers and salesmen," in definitions, further providing for definitions and for State Real Estate Commission; in application of the act and penalties, further providing for unlawful to conduct business without license or registration certificate, for civil suits, for criminal penalties and for civil penalty; in powers and duties of the State Real Estate Commission - general, further providing for duty to issue licenses and registration certificates and for approval of schools, providing for continuing education for licensed home inspectors and further providing for administration and enforcement; in qualifications and applications for licenses and registration certificates, further providing for reputation and inactive licensee and revoked license and providing for home inspector license and home inspector-in-training registration; in duties of licensees, further providing for reciprocal licenses and for broker price opinion; making a repeal; and making an editorial change.

PA SB454

In general provisions, further providing for definitions; in applications and permits, further providing for permit and license application requirements; and making a repeal.

PA SB488

In preliminary provisions relating to voter registration, further providing for definitions; in registration system, further providing for SURE system; in voter registration, further providing for qualifications to register and for government agencies, providing for preregistration data entry and further providing for preparation and distribution of applications; and, in changes in records, further providing for death of registrant.

PA HB2281

In juries and jurors, further providing for qualifications of jurors.

PA SB340

In medical professional liability, further providing for definitions and for expert qualifications.

PA HB2088

In medical professional liability, further providing for definitions and for expert qualifications.

PA HB807

In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in vehicles, further providing for application for license.

PA HB479

In voter registration, further providing for methods of voter registration, providing for same-day voter registration and further providing for preparation and distribution of applications.

PA HB981

In preliminary provisions relating to voter registration, further providing for standardized forms and for applications; and, in voter registration, further providing for preparation and distribution of applications and providing for government service facilitation.

Similar Bills

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