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1. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STATE
CONTRACTORS LICENSING AGENCIES
newsletter
Volume 10, Issue 3 July 2014
It doesn’t seem possible that the fi scal year 2014 is rapidly coming to a close. It’s been quite
a year! Th e numerous projects our staff and leaders have undertaken are quite impressive.
Some of the major accomplishments:
• Our Strategic Plan for NASCLA has been completed thanks to many of our members who
participated and the eff orts of Michael Barrett, our facilitator. Many of the initiatives are
already being worked on and the goals and objectives set forth in the plan will certainly guide
NASCLA’s direction for the years to come.
• Th e company merger was also a major accomplishment. At one time NERP, NPI and
NASCLA were all part of NASCLA. By the time we get to Newport, Rhode Island, we will offi cially be known as
NASCLA, a non-profi t company.
• Th e space next to our offi ce in Phoenix has been purchased for future expansion and has been leased until the end of
this year.
• Th e Accredited Examination Committee continues to make strides promoting our accreditation program, and is
considering a new venture: the electrical contractors’ accreditation. A meeting has recently, in Washington, DC, with
NECA to discuss this issue; hopefully, the Board of Directors will support and embark on this new venture.
• Th e Education Committee, which developed and promoted a state education program module and platform for
pre-licensure, continuing education and remedial education. South Carolina has recently adopted the program for
remedial education. Work is currently being customized to support this program which hopefully other states will take
advantage of because of the value and savings NASCLA can provide managing a state’s education programs.
• Th e Model Legislation and Special Projects Committee and the Resource Committee continue to work on a variety of
projects. Meetings have already been scheduled for next fi scal year!
• Th e Membership Committee continues to make strides in adding new states, agencies and contractors to our
Association. Eff orts continue to promote NASCLA and how it can help support and build better relationships in the
industry and provide more eff ective and effi cient registration and licensing.
• A new Contractor’s Committee was recently established and will hold its fi rst meeting in Newport this August.
• Th e Publication Committee members and staff have recently reviewed bids from the RFP recently released for a new
publishing company and interviewed potential vendors with hopes of having a signed contract before the end of this
month. Two new code book publications were added this year!
• Th e Residential Committee continues to upgrade our Disciplinary Database and assure members that our website
provides adequate information on natural disasters.
• Th e Program Committee has been diligently working putting the fi nishing touches on our conference in Newport,
Rhode Island. Th e agenda is outstanding!
• Th e Nomination Committee has reviewed applicants and will be making recommendations to the Board of Directors
for selection of new offi cers. It is great that many willing leaders are ready to advance the objectives of this Association.
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2. NASCLA PRESIDENT MESSAGE CONTINUED...
• Th e Executive Committee, in conjunction with the Fiscal Committee, held a
very productive budget meeting on the west coast. Th ese committees have done
an outstanding job keeping the organization so functional and eff ective as well as
fi scally sound. As part of the merger of the companies, the Executive Committee
will be consolidated as well. I cannot even fathom where this Association would
be if not for all the time, eff ort and energy these members have exerted to make
NASCLA what it is today! I greatly appreciate the support they have shown as
well as the dedicated service they have contributed during their tenure. Executive
Committee members leaving include Steve Pinther, Craig Smith, Kathy LeCroix,
Greg Crow and John Curl. Robbie Brooks from our Fiscal Committee has also
retired.
None of these accomplishments would ever be possible without the leadership from
committee chairs and co-chairs and the committee members who put their hearts
and souls into being active participants in the Association.
Teamwork is the key to the success of NASCLA. Members from all parts of our
country have worked to make NASCLA the outstanding organization it is today.
Our dedicated staff , as well as our consultants are vital components to NASCLA’s
success. I would like to thank all of them for doing an outstanding job everyday!
Th ank you for putting your faith and trust in me to be your President once again. I
hope the expectations of NASCLA were realized under my leadership. I am looking
forward to seeing everyone and their families, as well as board members and staff
members in Newport, Rhode Island in just a few more weeks! Safe travels to the
Ocean State!
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George Whalen
NASCLA President
Inside Th is Issue:
NASCLA President’s
Message.................................1-2
NASCLA State Member
Spotlight...................................3
NASCLA 2014 Budget
Meeting....................................4
NASCLA Committee
Reports...............................5-10
NASCLA News.....................11
CSLB Registrar of Contractors
Announces Upcoming
Retirement.............................12
NASCLA Past Board Member,
Senator Tommy Morrison,
Files for Re-Election in the
Guam Election
Commission..........................13
April Showers to April
Storms -CLEAR Recognizes
MSBOC..................................14
Two New Bills Passed for the
Ohio Construction Industry
Licensing Board....................15
Mississippi Lien Law Changes
Signed Into Eff ect.................15
Signifi cant Changes to
License Classifi cations and
Examination Requirements in
Arizona..................................16
NASCLA 2014 Annual
Conference......................17-20
NASCLA Featured
Resource................................21
Meet New NASCLA
Members...............................22

3. NASCLA STATE MEMBER SPOTLIGHT!
Th e Idaho Division of Building Safety
Th e Idaho Division of Building Safety (DBS) is a dedicated fund agency within the Executive Offi ce of Th e
Governor. It derives its authority from the Idaho State Constitution and has evolved over time to perform
functions previously assigned to state agencies as diverse as Labor and Industrial Services and Law Enforcement.
DBS is Idaho’s licensing authority for journeymen, apprentices and contractors in
the plumbing, electrical and HVAC trades and issues licenses to all contractors
engaging in public works. DBS has developed testing programs for each discipline
and provides 3 locations around the state open fi ve days a week to ensure
convenience for license applicants.
DBS is host to seven (7) regulatory boards which set policy and establish
operating procedures for a number of trade groups and members of the
manufacturing sector. Th ese boards are:
• Idaho Building Code Board
• Idaho Plumbing Board
• Idaho Electrical Board
• Idaho HVAC Board
• Idaho Modular Building Advisory Board
• Idaho Manufactured Housing Board
• Idaho Public Works Contractor Licensing Board
Th e Division is charged with monitoring and ensuring the safety of Idaho public school buildings as well as
buildings owned or leased by the state of Idaho and carries out this responsibility through annual inspections of
buildings statewide. DBS also operates Idaho’s elevator safety and inspection program and administers the Idaho
Logging Safety Program in cooperation with the Idaho Industrial Commission.
DBS is a self-funded agency, its approximately 135 full-time staff members performing their assigned duties through
spending authority granted annually by the Legislature in an amount averaging $11-15 million.
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C. Kelly Pierce, Administrator,
Th e Idaho Division of Building Safety

4. NASCLA 2014 BUDGET MEETING
Th e NASCLA 2014 Annual Budgeting Meeting was held in Santa Barbara, California on June 10-11 at
Th e Fess Parker Doubletree Hotel. Th e NASCLA Executive Committee and Fiscal Policy and Procedures
Committee Members were in attendance
to review the interim fi nancials for the
National Association of State Contractors
Licensing Agencies and NASCLA
Educational Resources and Publications.
Th e annual meeting was conducted
to review fi nancials and prepare the
consolidated forecasted budgets for Fiscal
Year 2014/2015. Th e information from
this meeting will be presented to the
NASCLA Board of Directors on the board
conference call in July 2014.
NASCLA Fiscal Policy & Procedures Committee Meeting. Left to Right: Robbie Brooks, Joseph
Rogers, Michael McDuff , Greg Crow, Keith Warren, Kathy LeCroix, John Curl, George Whalen and
Th e committee members also worked
Angie Whitaker, NASCLA Executive Director.
on other business related items for the association during their meeting time. Th e committee reviewed the
new NASCLA Strategic Plan that was developed by the NASCLA Board of Directors at the NASCLA 2014
Mid Year Meeting. During this discussion, Steve Sands, NASCLA Board of Director and Registrar of the
California Contractor State License Board (CSLB), was able to join the committee members for an in-depth
discussion on how to implement the strategic plan successfully. Mr. Sands discussed the CSLB Strategic Plan
and their board accomplishments. Mr. Sands will be retiring from the CSLB at the end of December 2014.
Overall, the meeting was very successful and productive thanks to the committee members’ eff orts and
dedication during the course of the two-day meeting.
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Michael McDuff , Executive Director, Louisiana State Licensing Board for
Contractors; Margi Grein, Executive Offi cer, Nevada State Contractors
Board; Steve Sands, Registrar, California Contractors State License Board
and Greg Crow, Administrator, Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board.
NASCLA Fiscal Policy & Procedures Committee and their guests enjoyed
a Pre-Conference Dinner at Lucky’s Steak and Seafood Restaurant on
Monday, June 9, 2014.

5. NASCLA COMMITTEE REPORTS
NASCLA Accredited Examination Program Committee;
Doug Traylor, Chair
FY 2013/2014 Committee Projects
• NASCLA Accredited Examination Program Survey
• Target Residential/General and Electrical Licensing.
• Follow-up calls and correspondence to targeted state agencies that have this
classifi cation. Outreach to NASCLA State Member Electrical Boards.
• Work with targeted trade associations.
Committee Update
Th e committee is targeting the electrical examination as the next accredited
examination program. NASCLA had a meeting with the National Electrical Contractors
Association (NECA) in April 2014 to discuss the national acceptance of a NASCLA
Accredited Examination Program for Electrical Contractors. Th e committee will
continue working with NASCLA Member states and non-member states that provide
electrical examinations to get their commitment to the program as well. Th e committee
will have a physical committee meeting during the NASCLA 2014 Annual Conference.
NASCLA Education Committee;
John Curl, Chair
FY 20133/2013/20144 2014 Committee Projjects
Projects
• NASCLA Education Program Launch with States
• Develop a Marketing Presentation and Plan for NASCLA State Members
Committee Update
NASCLA has received notifi cation that the South Carolina Residential Builders
Commission will be accepting the NASCLA Education Program and Platform for their
remedial training and potential pre-licensure. Additional state members are currently
reviewing the education program for acceptance.
John Curl, George Whalen, and Angie Whitaker are currently working with our
Education Provider and the South Carolina Residential Builders Commission to
launch their program in July/August 2014.
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6. NASCLA COMMITTEE REPORTS CONTINUED
NASCLA Marketing Committee;
Greg Crow, Chair
FY 2013/2014 Committee Projects
• NASCLA Marketing Committee Plan – Target States that are Interested in
20133/20144 Projjects
Administering/Accepting the NASCLA Accredited Examination Program for
Commercial General Building Contractors.
Committee Update
One of the NASCLA Marketing Committee responsibilities is to target states that
are interested in the NASCLA Accredited Examination Program Committee. As of
December 2013, the Nevada State Contractors Board is now accepting the NASCLA
Accredited Examination Program for Commercial General Building Contractors.
On June 13th, Greg Crow, George Whalen and Angie Whitaker had a meeting with a
Western State Member to discuss their interest in accepting the NASCLA Accredited
Examination for Commercial General Building Contractors.
NASCLA Membership Committee;
Melissa McBride, Chair
FY 2013/2014 Committee Projects
• NASCLA Membership Plan Promotion for State Members/Local Jurisdiction, new fi rst
time state members will have a complimentary free membership for the fi rst year only,
ongoing.
• NASCLA Membership discount to new fi rst time business, contractors associate
and affi liate members; they will receive a 50% membership discount off the regular
membership dues rate. Eff ective September 1, 2013.
• NASCLA Membership Committee to continue state outreach eff orts to non-members
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and members.
• Th e committee will look into applying special publication discounts for NASCLA
Members.
Committee Update
Melissa McBride and staff have worked on updating the NASCLA Membership Plan
for 2014 and the non-state member targeted list. Outreach calls have already been
made by Melissa McBride, George Whalen and Angie Whitaker to a few potential new
state members and existing states for membership renewals.
Th e committee held a conference call on May 29, 2014, in which the committee
updated the current membership plan. Th e committee will be targeting the New
England states for membership and inviting them to the NASCLA 2014 Annual
Conference in Newport, Rhode Island. Th e committee will have a physical committee
meeting during the NASCLA 2014 Annual Conference.

7. NASCLA COMMITTEE REPORTS CONTINUED
NASCLA Model Legislation & Special Projects Committee;
Jamie Durham, Chair
FY 2013/2014 Committee Projects
• NASCLA Model Legislation & Special Projects Physical Committee Meeting in FY
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2013/2014, in early spring.
• NASCLA Investigator Training Program, Completed
• Develop NASCLA Education Provider Application
• Develop Time Requirements for each Training Module
• Training Courses launched at the NASCLA 2014 Annual Conference
• Laws for the NASCLA Resources Committee Toolkit for Contractor Regulators on
Elderly Abuse Prevention and Natural Disasters.
• Code of Ethics for Contractors
• Rules and Regulations
Committee Update
Th e committee is continuing their work on the NASCLA Investigator Training
Program. Th e NASCLA Staff has updated the NASCLA Elder Justice Module with
state specifi c statutory language. Th e committee is now scheduled to meet during the
NASCLA 2014 Annual Conference to continue their research and discussion.
NASCLA Nomination Committee;
Steve Pinther, Chair
FY 2013/2014 Committee Projects
• NASCLA Offi cers & Board of Director Nominations for FY 2014/2015 (Elected at the
NASCLA 2014 Annual Conference)
Committee Update
Th e committee held a conference call on May 28, 2014. During the conference call,
they reviewed the NASCLA Secretary Position nominations and have formulated a
nomination committee plan to present to the NASCLA Board of Directors during the
NASCLA 2014 Annual Conference.

8. NASCLA COMMITTEE REPORTS CONTINUED
NASCLA Program Committee;
Keith Warren, Chair
FY 2013/2014 Committee Projects
• NASCLA 2014 Mid Year Meeting
• Formulate Meeting Agenda
• 1-Day Strategic Planning Meeting with Michael Barrett, Facilitator, and NASCLA
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Board of Directors
• NAHB Design and Construction Week, NASCLA Supporting Member
• NASCLA 2014 Annual Conference
• NASCLA 2014 Annual Conference Identify Speakers
• Formulate Conference Agenda and Conference Sessions
• Target Sponsorships
Committee Update
Th e NASCLA Program Committee held a conference call on February 14, 2014
to continue the planning preparations for the upcoming NASCLA 2014 Annual
Conference in Newport, Rhode Island. During the conference call the committee
members fi nalized the program agenda and speakers. Th ey are continuing
sponsorship recruitment eff orts at this time. Th ey also confi rmed the NASCLA
2015 Mid Year Meeting will be held at the Westin Hotel in Huntsville, Alabama on
March 11-13. NASCLA Staff conducted a site visit for the NASCLA 2015 Annual
Conference in San Diego, California in June 2014. A future conference call to discuss
the hotel location will be held in July 2014.

9. NASCLA COMMITTEE REPORTS CONTINUED
NASCLA Publications Committee;
Greg Crow, Co-Chair
George Whalen, Co-Chair
Fy 2013/2014 Committee Projects
• NASCLA Consumer Guide for Home Improvement Projects, Ongoing.
• Develop Marketing Plan and Materials
• Target Insurance Companies and Trade Associations (NAHB)
• Publishing Licensing Agreement
• NASCLA Online Training Program on the NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business
Law and Project Management, Basic Edition.
• NASCLA Code Publications with the State of Kentucky and ICC, fi nalize the Kentucky
Building and Residential Code Publications. Continue to market to other states. States
that have expressed interest: Alabama, Arkansas and Idaho.
• Review legal comments regarding deadline dates and penalties from Reese Anderson,
NASCLA Legal Counsel, on JF Publishing Contract.
• NASCLA In-house publishing option towards to end of JF Publishing Contract.
• NASCLA State Publishing Production Schedule and Agreements.
Committee Update
Th e committee held a conference call on May 14, 2014 to determine the top fi nalists
for the NASCLA Publisher & Desktop Publisher RFP that was released on March
11, 2014. Th e Committee Co-Chairs interviewed the top Publishing RFP fi nalists
at the NASCLA offi ce on June 13, 2014. Th e committee will be making a fi nal
recommendation on the NASCLA Board of Directors conference call in July 2014.
Th e committee will have a physical committee meeting during the NASCLA 2014
Annual Conference.
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10. NASCLA COMMITTEE REPORTS CONTINUED
NASCLA Residential Committee;
Janet Baumberger, Chair
FY 2013/2014 Committee Projects
• NASCLA Contractors Disciplinary Database Market to NASCLA State Members
• Th e committee to review allowing the database service to be available to all
NASCLA Contractor Members; to be included in their membership benefi ts. Th ese
members would not be able to see private information or import data, but could
obtain information on contractors for their own use.
• NASCLA Trade Association Partnerships and Outreach along with Consumer
Protection Publications and Awareness.
Committee Update
Th e committee held a conference call on January 30, 2014 to review the NASCLA
Contractors Disciplinary Database IT updates on the new features and upgrades
to the system. Th e committee would like to promote the NASCLA Contractors
Disciplinary Database upgrades at the NASCLA 2014 Annual Conference.
NASCLA Resources Committee;
Margi Grein, Chair
FY 2013/2014 Committee Projects
• Finalize Government Aff airs/Legislator Partnering Plan for NASCLA State Members.
• Social Media Plan & Continue Presentations at NASCLA Meetings/Conferences.
• Business Assistance Program.
• NASCLA Resources Physical Committee Meeting in FY 2013/2014.
Committee Update
On May 8, 2014, the committee held a conference call to discuss their current tasks
on 1) Social Media 2) Understanding the Board’s Role in a Legislative Environment
and 3) Business Assistance Program. Th e committee focused on Social Media,
developing a sub-committee that will be looking into the pros/cons of the mobile
contractor app which is becoming more popular throughout the states. Th e
committee also worked on a sub-committee plan to continue their eff orts on
Understanding the Board’s Role in Legislative Environment. Th e committee agreed
that fi nalizing these two projects will be their fi rst priority and will schedule separate
smaller conference calls within the sub-committees to discuss the projects further.
Th e committee will have a physical meeting during the NASCLA 2014 Annual
Conference and also have another physical committee meeting scheduled for October
10-11, 2014 in Henderson, Nevada.
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11. NASCLA NEWS
NASCLA Staff Welcomes New Administrative
Assistant, Kristy Trebilcock
Kristy Trebilcock currently serves as NASCLA’s Administrative Assistant. Kristy
joined the NASCLA Staff in May of 2014. Her primary responsibilities are with
NASCLA Educational Resources and Publications, providing knowledge on the
NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business Law and Project Management
Editions and NASCLA Accredited Examination for Commercial General
Building Contractors to state contractors licensing candidates. Kristy also works
closely with NASCLA’s Executive Director, Program Manager and Publications
Coordinator to carry out association projects and maintain the day to day offi ce
duties. In December of 2006, Kristy graduated from the University of Pittsburgh
with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication. She also has a strong
background in the Hospitality Industry, previously working as a Sales
Administrative Assistant at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel.
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12. NASCLA STATE MEMBER NEWS
CSLB Registrar of Contractor Announces
Upcoming Retirement
Steve Sands to step down at year’s end aft er leading
Board since 2001
SACRAMENTO — Steve Sands, who’s been at the helm of the Contractors State
License Board (CSLB) since January 1, 2001, has announced his plan to retire at
the end of the year. Mr. Sands made the announcement at CSLB’s quarterly Board
meeting, held on April 24, in San Diego.
As Registrar of Contractors, Mr. Sands serves as the CSLB executive offi cer and
oversees a $60 million budget and more than 400 employees at CSLB headquarters in
Sacramento and 10 other offi ces around the state.
Under Mr. Sands’ leadership, CSLB has been recognized as a leader in proactive
enforcement programs and partnerships with state and local agencies that help curb
the underground economy. CSLB’s Licensing, Examination, Enforcement, and Public
Aff airs programs have been used as models for the National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies
(NASCLA) and other agencies within the Department of Consumer Aff airs.
“Steve has done a remarkable job, expertly guiding the Board through tumultuous budget times, including deep
staff cuts,” said Board Chair Joan Hancock. “He’s always made consumer protection his top priority, while also
working to protect the integrity of the state’s construction industry. He’s going to leave some very big shoes to fi ll.”
Prior to coming to CSLB, Mr. Sands was Executive Offi cer of the California Architects Board from 1986-2000.
From 1978-1986, he worked in the Department of Consumer Aff airs Executive and Legislative Offi ces.
Mr. Sands has served on the NASCLA Board of Directors since 2001. Steve is also a NASCLA Honorary Member
for his tenure on the NASCLA Board of Directors.
Th e NASCLA family congratulates Mr. Sands on his commitment and service to the Board and citizens of
California. NASCLA wishes Mr. Sands much happiness in his well-deserved retirement.
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13. NASCLA STATE MEMBER NEWS
NASCLA Past Board Member, Senator
Tommy Morrison, Files For Re-Election In
The Guam Election Commission
Senator refl ects on accomplishments, looks forward to progress.
June 6, 2014
Hagatna, Guam. Senator Tommy Morrison fi led his bid for re-election with the Guam
Election Commission this aft ernoon at 3pm with his wife Stephanie and children Gage and
Jewel.
“Th e past year-and-a-half in elected offi ce have been a privilege and I’m pleased with the
accomplishments of my offi ce. We have fulfi lled our commitment to the youth as well as our
commitment to improve government customer service using technology,” Morrison said.
In 2012, Senator Tommy Morrison committed to a platform dedicated to the youth as well
as improving customer service through e-government initiatives. “Working with Senator
Chris Duenas, my offi ce worked on landmark legislation that has created approximately $1.5
million per year in funding for our village and school sports facilities,” Morrison said.
Senator Morrison also worked with the Vice-Speaker in authoring legislation that created the Offi ce of Technology
and the position of Chief Technology Offi cer. “Th is offi ce is responsible for coordinating e-government initiatives
throughout the Government of Guam, and bring more services online for our community,” Morrison said. Th e
Vice-Speaker has called this legislation the most signifi cant legislation passed by the 32nd Guam Legislature.
In an eff ort to place a greater importance and focus on Guam’s history and Chamorro heritage, Morrison authored
public law that sets aside “Guam History and Chamorro Heritage Day.”
“If I am given the privilege of a second term, I want to ensure that the laws I have worked on
are fully executed, and I want to continue my focus on youth, e-government, and heritage.”
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For more information contact Tommy Morrison at 671-482-5346
Visit the link below for video: Filing Day
http://youtu.be/UmiXofJoUn4
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Tommy Morrison, NASCLA
Past Board Member, Guam

14. NASCLA STATE MEMBER NEWS
April Showers to April
Storms - CLEAR
Recognizes MSBOC
In the month of April, severe thunderstorms and tornadoes
wreaked havoc on homes and businesses across Mississippi.
Multiple supercell thunderstorms produced many instances of
damaging wind and large hail along with multiple tornadoes. Th e
most devastating tornado was an EF-4 which tore a path across
NE Leake County, the corners of Attala and Neshoba counties, and
through the heart of Winston County, Mississippi where the city of
Louisville was especially hard hit. Th is tornado was on the ground
for over 34 miles and resulted in 10 fatalities and many
injuries. Other hard hit areas included Lee County, Lowndes
County, Rankin County,
Hinds County, Scott
County, Newton County,
Montgomery County,
Warren County and Jones
County. Each of these counties experienced at least one tornado, some
multiple tornadoes. Overall, 21 tornadoes were confi rmed across the
forecast area. Of these tornadoes, 3 were rated EF-3, 3 rated EF-2, 12
rated EF1 and 2 rated EF-0.
Following the deadly tornado outbreak, members of the Mississippi
State Board of Contractors Disaster Response Team were dispatched to the aff ected areas to warn property
owners about common scams and fraudulent contractors who take advantage of individuals, especially in disaster
situations. MSBOC staff worked with local, state and federal offi cials to urge property owners to be vigilant when
contracting for storm damage clean up and repairs.
Th e Council on Licensure, Enforcement and Regulation (CLEAR) recognized MSBOC’s proactive response to
public need in the wake of the spring storms describing the agency’s eff orts as “regulatory excellence.”
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MSBOC Enforcement Offi cer Joe Hawkins assists contractors with
licensing requirements and warns consumers about common scams
that occur aft er a disaster.
MSBOC Disaster Response Team trailer.
An individual documents damage to a
business in Richland, MS.
A storm chaser captures this image of one of the
tornadoes that hit Louisville, MS.
A resident sift s through rubble at her residence.

15. NASCLA STATE MEMBER NEWS
Two New Bills Passed for the Ohio
Construction Industry Licensing Board
Article by Carol Ross, Executive Secretary, OCILB
On June 4, 2014 S.B. 78 passed. Th is was a cleanup bill for the Ohio
Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB). Th e new law now states that
the license holder (contractor) shall “employ” the trades people performing the
work. It goes on to say the trades people must be “employed” by the contractor.
S.B. 78 also states that a contractor “shall” assign a contracting company name
to his license. Th ese changes have been proposed for about three years and have
fi nally become law. Th e changes are an attempt to stop selling of licenses by
licensed contractors to unlicensed contractors.
On that same day, June 4, 2014 H.B. 486 passed. Th is bill reduces continuing
education hours from 10 hours a year to 8 hours. Th e bill also allows contractors
to renew every year, every two years or every three years. Th is is an incentive
program for those contractors who always complete their renewal requirements
on time. If a contractor renews late in the future, he must take the 10 hours continuing education and he must
renew on a yearly basis. He will not be eligible for the incentive program.
Mississippi Lien Law
Changes Signed Into Effect
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Article by Jamin Wroten
Mississippi was once one of the only states in the country that off ered subcontractors
no lien rights on a construction project. Instead, subcontractors could assert a stop
payment notice and make a claim on monies in the hands of the owner.
Last year the U.S. Fift h Circuit Court of Appeals struck down the stop payment notice
provision as unconstitutional leaving subcontractors with no statutory payment
protections on un-bonded jobs. Th is year, the Mississippi State Legislature rewrote the
lien law for commercial and residential construction projects.
Governor Phil Bryant signed Senate Bill 2622 into law which requires those seeking
to fi le a lien to comply carefully with strict notice and fi ling requirements. Failure
to comply with the new requirements could lead to a lien being ineff ective or
unenforceable. Th e new law also requires contractors to be properly licensed in order
to assert lien rights.
Th e Mississippi State Board of Contractors is partnering with the Mississippi
Development Authority’s Minority and Small Business Development Division to help
MSBOC Enforcement Director
Charles Sharman explains the
licensing process.
educate contractors about the new lien law and how to become properly licensed. Seminars are being conducted
throughout the state to help construction tradesman and others who want to learn the ins– and—outs of
Mississippi’s new construction lien law.

16. NASCLA STATE MEMBER NEWS
Significant Changes to
License Classifications
and Examination
Requirements in Arizona
Eff ective July 1, 2014 Arizona contractor rules will undergo some signifi cant changes. Th ese changes will (1)
consolidate license classifi cations, (2) increase the dollar limitation of several license classifi cations, and (3)
establish criteria for waiving trade exams for applicants with comparable licenses in other states.
(1) License Classifi cations
License classifi cations and their scopes are established in rule (administrative code) in Arizona. Th e rules on these
license classifi cations were last updated in 1998. Since that time, Arizona contractor licenses have been divided
into 238 diff erent license classifi cations. Th is is far more than other states.
Th e primary factor of this overwhelmingly high number is Arizona’s distinguishing between commercial,
residential, and dual (commercial and residential) license classifi cations. Having diff erent licenses for these
categories essentially results in a triplication of the licenses. For example, a contractor could have a residential
fl ooring license, a commercial fl ooring license, or a dual fl ooring license.
Eff ective July 1, 2014, Arizona will consolidate license classifi cations for many licenses. Aft er the consolidations,
Arizona will be left with roughly 120 classifi cations. Th ese consolidations will make Arizona contractor license
classifi cations much more consistent with other states.
(2) Dollar Limitations
Several Arizona contractor licenses have a maximum dollar limitation. For some licenses these dollar limitations
have not been adjusted for infl ation since before 1998.
Eff ective July 1, 2014, Arizona will increase the dollar maximum for the following licenses:
• B-2 General Small Commercial Contractor,
• C-61 Limited Remodeling and Repair Contractor, and
• C-62 Minor Home Improvements.
(3) Waiving Trade Exams
Passing a trade exam is one of the requirements necessary to be approved for an Arizona contractor’s license. A
trade exam helps the ROC assess whether an applicant has the knowledge required to perform the type of work
authorized by a license. Unfortunately, in situations where a qualifi ed licensed contractor from another state seeks
to get a license in Arizona this required trade exam functions more like an unnecessary hurdle.
Eff ective July 1, 2014, Arizona rules will authorize waiving the trade exam where:
• Th e applicant/qualifi er has taken and passed a trade exam that led to the approval of a contractor’s license
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in another state;
• Th e contractor’s license has been active and in good standing within the preceding fi ve years; and
• Th e exam content and the license classifi cation are equivalent to the Arizona exam and license for which the
exam waiver is being requested.
Th ese rule changes will benefi t contractors by (1) making Arizona license classifi cations much more consistent
with other states, (2) expanding the work allowed under some licenses; and (3) removing an unnecessary hurdle
for qualifi ed applicants.

17. NASCLA 2014 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Th e NASCLA 2014 Annual Conference marks the celebrating of 52 Years
of Excellence in Regulation! NASCLA welcomes you to join us in Newport,
Rhode Island on August 25 - 28, 2014 at the Hotel Viking.
United with colleagues from all jurisdictions, attendees will fi nd tailored
sessions to both Regulators and Contractors. Featuring some of the
industries top experts these general sessions will include presentations
on a Consumer Protection, Construction in the Current Economy, Top
Regulatory Cases, Construction Productivity and Executive Director/
Board Chair Training. Share in the wealth of knowledge and experience all
that NASCLA has to off er by joining us at this year’s annual conference!
Agenda At-A-Glance
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Monday, August 25th
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM: NASCLA Fiscal Policy &
Procedures Committee Meeting
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM: NASCLA Executive Committee
Meeting
11:45 AM - 1:45 PM: NASCLA Board of Directors
Luncheon Meeting
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: NASCLA Contractors Committee
Meeting
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM: NASCLA Resources Committee
Meeting
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM: NASCLA Membership Committee
Meeting
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM: NASCLA Publications Committee
Meeting
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM: NASCLA Accredited Examination
Program Committee Meeting
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Opening Reception
Tuesday, August 26th
8:30 AM - 8:50 AM: Welcome Message and Newport
Presentation
Presented by: George Whalen, NASCLA President and
Anne Roberts, Newport CVB
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM: Special Guest Breakfast and
Newport Presentation
Presented by: Newport CVB
8:50 AM - 11:00 AM: Pursuing the Predators: How To
Get A Felony Conviction Instead Of A Citation Against
Th ose Who Target Elderly Victims of Contractor Fraud
Presented by: Paul Greenwood, San Diego, Deputy
District Attorney, Head of Elder Abuse Prosecution Unit
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Improving Construction
Industry Productivity
Presented by: Mike Bellaman, President and Chief
Executive Offi cer, Associated Builders and Contractors
(ABC)
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM: Energy Effi ciency
Presented by: To Be Determined
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: Group Lunch
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Newport Area and Newport
Vineyards Winery Tour
** Agenda is Tentative and Subject to Change

18. NASCLA 2014 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Agenda At-A-Glance
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Thursday, August 28th
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM: Eff ective and Effi cient Boards:
What Does that Mean and How is it Measured?
Presented by: Dale Atkinson, JD, Atkinson & Atkinson,
Executive Director, Federation of Associations of
Regulatory Boards (FARB)
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM: Expanding Your Outreach and
Assistance Th rough Social Media and Applications
Presented by: Tom O’Hair, Public Information Offi cer,
California Contractors State License Board, Margi
Grein, Executive Offi cer, Nevada State Contractors
Board and Stephanie Lee, Executive Director,
Mississippi State Board of Contractors
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM: Application Integrity – Th reats
and Challenges
Presented by: Eric Olson, Executive Director, Virginia
Board for Contractors
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM: NASCLA Report of States
Presented by: NASCLA State Members
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM: Group Luncheon | Clam Boil at
Atlantic Beach Club
Wednesday, August 27th
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM: Will the Real Economy Please
Stand Up!
Presented by: Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D., GraphsandLaughs,
LLC
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM: Testifying at Administrative and
Criminal Proceedings a NASCLA Investigator Training
Module
Presented by: Ellen Leonard, Assistant Attorney General,
Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning and
Refrigeration
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM: Regulation of the Construction
Industry: A Multi-Media Session
Presented by: Dale Atkinson, JD, Executive Director,
Federation of Associations of Regulatory Boards (FARB)
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM: NASCLA Board of Directors
Luncheon Meeting
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM: NASCLA Model Legislation
Committee Meeting
Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Credits
Continuing Legal Education Credits will be off ered
to participants of the 2014 Annual Conference. Earn
valuable CLE Credits while experiencing everything
NASCLA has to off er! For more information, please
contact Kirsten Zacharias at kirsten@nascla.org.
** Agenda is Tentative and Subject to Change

19. NASCLA 2014 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
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20. CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM
Please complete and remit to NASCLA at the address, email or fax listed below
Deadline Date: Tuesday, July 22, 2014
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Full registration fees will be refunded if a written cancellation notice is received 25 days prior to the start of
the Annual Conference. No refunds will be made after Thursday, July 31, 2014.

21. NASCLA FEATURED RESOURCE!
Th e NASCLA 2014
State of Rhode Island Green Construction Code
NASCLA is pleased to announce that Th e NASCLA 2014 State of
Rhode Island Green Construction Code will be released in July
2014.
Th e NASCLA 2014 State of Rhode Island Green Construction
Code is a model code that provides minimum requirements to
safeguard the environment, public health, safety and general
welfare through the establishment of requirements that are
intended to reduce the negative impacts and increase the positive
impacts of the built environment on the natural environment and
building occupants.
Th e NASCLA 2014 State of Rhode Island Green Construction
Code addresses natural resource, material, water and energy
conservation, as well as indoor environmental quality and
comfort, building commissioning, operations and maintenance
for new and existing buildings, building sites and building
materials, components, equipment and systems. Th e code will
be promulgated on a 3-year cycle to allow for new construction
methods and technologies to be incorporated into the code.
Innovative approaches and alternative materials, designs, and
methods not specifi cally addressed in the code can be approved by the code offi cial where the proposed innovative
approaches or materials, designs or methods comply with the intent of the provisions of the code (see Section
105.4).
Th e NASCLA 2014 State of Rhode Island Green Construction Code will be available for purchase in July 2014
by visiting: http://store.nascla.org/state-rhode-island-green-construction-code
ISBN 10: 1-934234-72-9
ISBN 13:1-978-1-934234-72-3
Price: $107.00 plus shipping
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22. MEET NEW NASCLA MEMBERS!
NASCLA MEMBER BENEFITS!
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New Contractor Members
• KDL Homes Inc.
• Inline Restoration LLC
• Echo Pacifi c Construction, Inc.
• Arlington Construction, Inc.
• EnviroBuilt Systems LLC
• Midstate Inspections LLC
• FDC Construction & Investments, LLC
• NAES Corporation
• JESCO, Inc.
• Networking Opportunities with Industry Experts
and Representatives
• Complimentary Copies of the Annual Membership
Directory and Quarterly Newsletter
• Reduced Registration Fees for NASCLA Annual
Conferences & Training Seminars
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Opportunity for Committee Service
• Access to the NASCLA Members Only Website
To Apply for NASCLA Membership, please visit the
following link: www.nascla.org/membership-signup
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BUSINESS OF CONTRACTING. NASCLA IS DEDICATED TO THE MUTUAL ASSISTANCE OF ITS MEMBER STATES IN STRIVING
FOR THE BETTER REGULATION OF THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY TO PROTECT THE HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE OF THE
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