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HB 519PENNSYLVANIASession 2025-2026State Billin committee

Pennsylvania House Bill 519 Establishes Optional Inspector Trainee Classifications and Supervision Rules

Original title: An Act amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, in training and certification of inspectors, further providing for training of inspectors.

Last action · February 5, 2025: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, Feb. 5, 2025Sponsors: Sheryl Delozier and 1 other

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What This Bill Would Do

Pennsylvania House Bill 519 allows the Department of Labor and Industry to establish an optional for construction inspector certification categories, requiring trainees to work under the direct supervision of certified sponsors. Trainee statuses are limited to two years for residential and accessibility categories and three years for all other categories, taking effect in 60 days.

Why it matters

Construction inspector applicants gain a formal pathway to complete on-the-job training under certified supervisors, while municipalities and training programs operate under newly established registration, fee, and listing requirements.

Who It Would Affect

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Directly affected

construction inspector applicants

Applicants gain the option to pursue a nonrenewable trainee classification with defined time limits and mandatory certified supervision.

Directly affected

Department of Labor and Industry

The department is authorized to establish regulations, fees, registration procedures, and a public website listing for inspector trainees.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the new inspector trainee classification mandatory?

No, the is considered optional for all individuals seeking certification under the act.

How long does a trainee classification last?

It is nonrenewable and limited to a two-year time period for residential and accessibility certification categories, and a three-year time period for all other certification categories.

Can a trainee conduct inspections alone?

No, an inspector trainee may not conduct inspections unless accompanied by an individual certified in the category of work that is the subject of the training.

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Where This Stands

Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Procedural history

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Feb 5, 2025HouseCommittee
Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY, Feb. 5, 2025

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Connected Entities

Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, Department of Labor and Industry

otherPennsylvania Construction Code Act“The act amended by HB 519 relating to uniform construction codes and inspector t”Map →

OrganizationDepartment of Labor and Industry“Authorized to establish trainee classifications, fees, and procedures under the ”Map →

Sources

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www.palegis.us

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