New YorkState would create free courses for appraisers and assistants
Starting January 1, 2028, the state would have to create free public courses for people preparing to become appraisers or appraiser assistants.
What it does
The state would create free, public courses for people preparing to become state-certified or state-licensed real estate appraisers, or licensed appraiser assistants.
Argument forFree courses could lower an upfront barrier for people seeking appraiser credentials, if the state makes the courses available.
Argument againstCreating state-run courses could require department staff to develop training and coordinate with public colleges when that help is needed.
More detail
The state Department of State would create free public courses to prepare people for real estate appraiser credentials. The courses would prepare people to become state-certified or state-licensed real estate appraisers, or state-licensed appraiser assistants. The department would work with all SUNY and CUNY community colleges to develop the courses when necessary. The act would take effect on January 1, 2028.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 7REFERRED TO RULESIntroduced
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