Pennsylvania HB1784 amends civil penalties for unlicensed practice and frivolous complaints.

Pennsylvania HB1784 amends Title 63 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to enhance civil penalties for unlicensed practice and frivolous complaints against licensees. The bill allows the commissioner to impose a civil penalty on individuals who file frivolous complaints against licensees, with penalties not exceeding $1,000 per violation. A frivolous complaint is defined as one that is groundless and brought in bad faith, for harassment, annoyance, or to gain a competitive advantage. The commissioner must provide notice and an opportunity to respond before imposing such penalties.

Pennsylvania HB1784 amends civil penalties for unlicensed practice and frivolous complaints.

Pennsylvania HB1784 amends Title 63 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to enhance civil penalties for unlicensed practice and frivolous complaints against licensees. The bill allows the commissioner to impose a civil penalty on individuals who file frivolous complaints against licensees, with penalties not exceeding $1,000 per violation. A frivolous complaint is defined as one that is groundless and brought in bad faith, for harassment, annoyance, or to gain a competitive advantage. The commissioner must provide notice and an opportunity to respond before imposing such penalties.