Georgia roofing groups support bill requiring licenses for roofing contractors
Measure meant to protect storm-damage victims
Roofing trade groups in Georgia support a proposal that would require roofing contractors to obtain state licenses. The aim is to deter unscrupulous companies that take advantage of people affected by storm damages.
Georgia Insurance Commissioner Ralph Hudgens is making plans to certify all roofers in the state. Hudgens said he's meeting with industry leaders to get their support before proposing the law.
A Cheyenne lawmaker is sponsoring a bill that would require full written disclosure by roofing contractors, including out-of-state roofers, of the work they will perform.