Labor & Employment (Professional Licensing)

HB 5227 requires anyone performing paid mold remediation in Connecticut to hold a state-issued certification starting January 1, 2027. Certification must be obtained from approved organizations like the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) or the National Organization of Remediators and Microbial Inspectors (NORM), with existing licensed contractors exempt from this requirement. The law also mandates a public awareness campaign about mold health risks and annual reports from the Department of Consumer Protection on mold science, remediation standards, and recommended policy changes. These provisions directly affect mold remediation service providers, aiming to standardize practices and improve public safety information.

HB 5405 establishes new safety regulations for crane and hoisting equipment operations in Connecticut. It creates a seven-member Examining Board to oversee licensing, grants inspectors authority to issue stop-work orders for violations like unsafe operation or incompetence (effective October 1, 2026), and imposes fines up to $5,000 for violations - including $5,000 for ignoring a stop-work order. The bill directly affects crane owners, operators, and hoisting equipment operators by requiring valid licenses, mandating compliance with safety standards, and enabling enforcement actions. Key provisions include mandatory administrative hearings for contested stop-work orders and civil penalties for operating without proper certification.