A program administrator shall not permit contractors or other third parties to advertise the availability of assessment contracts that are administered by the program administrator, or to solicit property owners on behalf of the program administrator, unless both of the following requirements are met:
(a) The contractor or third party maintains in good standing an appropriate license from the Contractors’ State Licensing Board, as well as any other permits, licenses, or registrations required for engaging in its business in the jurisdiction where it operates, and maintains the required bond and insurance coverage pursuant thereto.
(b) The program administrator obtains the contractor’s or third party’s written agreement that the contractor or third party will act in accordance with applicable advertising and marketing laws and regulations, and all other applicable laws.
(Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 484, Sec. 1. (SB 242) Effective January 1, 2018.)