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Senate narrows and approves new one‑year warranty for new home construction
Summary
Senators passed an amendment‑narrowed bill requiring a one‑year warranty for new home construction and giving the contractor licensing board disciplinary authority; supporters said it protects buyers, opponents said it burdens small builders.
The Senate passed an amended bill on April 1 that requires contracts for new home construction to include specified one‑year warranties covering foundations, the roof, plumbing and electrical systems and allows arbitration clauses; the bill passed 30‑4 on third reading.
Proponents said the law will give consumers a predictable remedy after investing in a new house. “This simply places a one‑year warranty…
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