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New Portal for Appraisers: Streamlining Licensing and Registration

This act establishes a central online system for real estate appraisers and appraisal management companies. It aims to simplify licensing and renewal processes and improve information exchange between appraisers and state agencies. Citizens may benefit from potentially faster and more efficient real estate appraisal processes.
Key points
Launch of an online portal for real estate appraisers and appraisal management companies to centralize license applications and renewals.
Enabling state agencies to access information on appraisers' qualifications, experience, and exam results.
Introduction of criminal background checks through the portal, potentially increasing safety and trust in the profession.
Simplifying payment of licensing fees and submission of documents to state agencies.
Establishment of an advisory committee with industry representatives to ensure practical solutions for the portal's operation.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5756
Sponsor: Rep. Perlmutter, Ed [D-CO-7]
Process start date: 2021-10-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Portal for Appraisal Licensing Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5756.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Launch of an online portal for real estate appraisers and appraisal management companies to centralize license applications and renewals.
  • Enabling state agencies to access information on appraisers' qualifications, experience, and exam results.
  • Introduction of criminal background checks through the portal, potentially increasing safety and trust in the profession.
  • Simplifying payment of licensing fees and submission of documents to state agencies.
  • Establishment of an advisory committee with industry representatives to ensure practical solutions for the portal's operation.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Perlmutter, Ed [D-CO-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Real Estate Informatization Courts and Law