New York bill S07656 mandates real estate appraisers to complete four hours of implicit bias training every two years as part of their continuing.

New York bill S07656 amends the executive law to require real estate appraisers to complete a minimum of 28 classroom hours of approved courses or seminars for license recertification or renewal. Of these, at least four hours must focus on implicit bias awareness and understanding. Implicit bias refers to unconscious attitudes or stereotypes affecting an individual's decisions. The bill allows for computer-based and distance learning courses, provided they can verify participation. The changes take effect immediately upon enactment.

New York bill S07656 mandates real estate appraisers to complete four hours of implicit bias training every two years as part of their continuing.

New York bill S07656 amends the executive law to require real estate appraisers to complete a minimum of 28 classroom hours of approved courses or seminars for license recertification or renewal. Of these, at least four hours must focus on implicit bias awareness and understanding. Implicit bias refers to unconscious attitudes or stereotypes affecting an individual's decisions. The bill allows for computer-based and distance learning courses, provided they can verify participation. The changes take effect immediately upon enactment.