First news bite of the day

Yes, it's 11:15 p.m. and it's our first blog post of the day. Don't think we haven't been working or that things haven't been happening though.

It's been another long day on the floor and we still have several bills to go.

We just wrapped up a biggie, though, so thought we'd share.

After more than two years of sifting through possible legislation for protecting homeowners from shoddy construction, the House passed Rep. Larry Springer’s (D-Kirkland) House Bill 1393.

“The most important investment a family in Washington will make is their home,” Springer said. “It’s not only the largest purchase they’ll make, but one of their largest emotional investments as well. These families should be confident that their walls won’t crack and their ceiling won’t leak.”

House Bill 1393 protects homeowners from a growing trend in new home construction defects and provides homebuyers with legal remedies and additional resources. It addresses residential real property construction improvements through consumer education, warranty provisions and contractor registration requirements.

“It’s important that when you buy a home, you’re provided with a warranty that guarantees the work,” Springer said. “This bill also provides a reliable methodology to solving construction defects.”

Passing the House with a 52 to 45 vote count, Springer’s HB 1393 will move to the Senate.