MO HB122

Creates the Missouri Home Inspectors Board within the Division of Professional Registration consisting of five members (three licensed home inspectors, one from a third class county, and one public member) appointed by the governor with senate confirmation.

Requires all individuals performing home inspections for compensation to obtain a state license, with exemptions for property owners, government employees, real estate professionals, insurance company employees, and those inspecting two or fewer specific building systems.

Establishes licensing requirements including completion of at least 80 classroom hours of board-approved training or apprenticeship, passing a board-approved examination, demonstration of good moral character, and payment of required fees.

Authorizes the board to establish standards of practice, conduct disciplinary proceedings, and revoke or suspend licenses for fraud, incompetence, negligence, misconduct, or violation of professional standards; includes a five-year waiting period before reapplication after revocation.

Provides a grandfathering provision allowing active home inspectors with two years of experience prior to January 1, 2012 to qualify if they have membership in ASHI, NAHI, or NACHI, or can document 100 completed paid inspections; effective date is January 1, 2012.