Mississippi 2024 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HB1324

Introduced
2/19/24  
Refer
2/19/24  
Engrossed
3/7/24  
Refer
3/21/24  

Caption

Home Inspector Regulatory Board; revive and provide that MS Real Estate Appraisal Board shall regulate home inspectors.

Impact

If passed, HB 1324 would fundamentally alter the framework of home inspection regulation in Mississippi. By reviving the Home Inspector Regulatory Board, the bill establishes a specialized body tasked with setting standards, overseeing licensing, and ensuring compliance among home inspectors. This enactment is projected to enhance the professionalism and standards within the home inspection field, thereby potentially benefiting consumers who rely on these services during property transactions.

Summary

House Bill 1324 proposes the reenactment and amendment of Section 73-60-5 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to revive the Home Inspector Regulatory Board, which was previously repealed in 2013. The bill intends to transfer the supervisory responsibilities regarding home inspectors from the Mississippi Real Estate Commission to the newly established Home Inspector Regulatory Board. This transition aims to streamline the regulation within the state regarding home inspections, enhancing both oversight and accountability in the home inspection industry.

Sentiment

The general sentiment toward HB 1324 appears to be supportive among proponents advocating for improved home inspection standards and accountability. Stakeholders in the real estate industry see the establishment of a dedicated regulatory board as a significant step forward. However, some concerns have been raised regarding the sufficiency of oversight and whether the transition will be effective in practice, indicating a divide in views on the bill's efficacy.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding this bill include concerns about the regulatory burden it may impose on home inspectors and the capacity of the Home Inspector Regulatory Board to effectively manage its responsibilities. Critics may argue that while the intent is to ensure higher standards and consumer protection, there needs to be careful consideration of the implications for those already operating under existing regulations. Counterarguments emphasize the necessity of maintaining rigorous standards in a field that significantly impacts home-buying decisions.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS HB83

Home inspectors; authorize home inspections on new construction without having residential home builders license.

MS HB1187

Mississippi Real Estate Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board; separate from Mississippi Real Estate Commission and from Mississippi Real Estate Appraisal Board.

MS SB2673

Mississippi Real Estate Appraisal Board; make independent from Mississippi Real Estate Commission.

MS HB1022

State boards and commissions; Department of Finance and Administration travel regulations shall be applicable to all.

MS HB697

Homeowner associations that provide water to its residents, certain; prohibit PSC from providing certain regulation of.

MS HB1041

State depositories; revise certain definitions relating to align with federal regulatory standards.

MS SB2843

Mississippi Legislative Regulatory Oversight Act; create.

MS SB2160

State Board of Cosmetology and Board of Barber Examiners; merge into one board.

MS HB314

State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering; create to license and regulate those two occupations.

MS HB1116

Regulatory Sandbox Agricultural Innovation Pilot Program; establish.

Similar Bills

MS SB2788

Mississippi Real Estate Commission; remove Home Inspector Board.

MS SB2418

Home inspectors; allow to inspect new residential construction up to 14 days prior to close of sale.

MS HB49

State Inspector General; create office attached to Governor's Office for examination of executive agencies.

MS SB2497

Real Estate Commission; grant discretion to issue license after felony conviction of crimes of moral turpitude.

MS SB2128

Real Estate Commission; grant discretion to issue license after felony conviction of crimes of moral turpitude.

MS HB1479

Real Estate Commission; grant discretion to issue license after felony conviction of crime of moral turpitude.

MS HB986

Real Estate Commission; grant discretion to issue license after felony conviction of crimes of moral turpitude.

MS HB447

Occupational licenses; revise reciprocity requirements for.