HB 2378-S - DIGEST

(DIGEST AS ENACTED)

     Provides that it is unlawful for any person to issue a wood destroying organism inspection report, prepared in conjunction with the transfer, exchange, or refinancing of any structure, without recording a unique inspection control number on all reports associated with the transaction.

     Provides that the director shall not issue a license to any person who intends to act as a structural pest inspector until the  person has furnished evidence of financial responsibility.

     Declares that evidence of financial responsibility shall consist of either a surety bond or an errors and omissions insurance policy or certification thereof, protecting persons who may suffer legal damages as a result of actions by the structural pest inspector.  The director shall not accept a surety bond or insurance policy except from authorized insurers in this state.