HB 1393-S2.E - DIGEST
(AS OF HOUSE 2ND READING 3/11/2009)

Creates the office of consumer education for home construction in the office of the attorney general to be the primary point of contact for consumers in matters related to residential construction.

Creates a home construction board within the office to investigate and mediate construction defect claims.

Modifies aspects of the common law implied warranty of habitability.

Requires every contract for the sale or construction of new residential real property to provide written express warranties that meet specified requirements.