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Certified Glass and Metal Workers License Law

Official:Creating Title 9 Chapter 6700 of The Philadelphia Code, to create licensure for Certified Glass and Metal Technicians, all under certain terms and conditions.

Sponsors: Councilmember Harrity, Council President Johnson, Councilmember Ahmad, Councilmember Bass, Councilmember Brooks, Councilmember Driscoll, Councilmember Gauthier, Councilmember Gilmore Richardson, Councilmember Jones, Councilmember Landau, Councilmember Lozada, Councilmember O'Neill, Councilmember O'Rourke, Councilmember Phillips, Councilmember Squilla, Councilmember Thomas, Councilmember Young

Introduced: January 22, 2026

: Committee on Labor and Civil Service

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill creates a licensing program for Certified Glass and Metal Technicians in Philadelphia, requiring technicians to meet certain qualifications and follow specific rules.

What This Bill Does

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Creates a licensing program for Certified Glass and Metal Technicians in Philadelphia, requiring technicians to meet certain qualifications.
Defines key terms, including "Certified Glass and Metal Technician", "Glazing Systems", and "Registered Glazier Apprenticeship Program".
Specifies that a Certified Glass and Metal Technician must have a personnel certificate issued by an independent third-party 501(c)3 with a board of experts in the glazing industry.
Imposes requirements on the certification process, including adherence to the ISO/IEC 17024.2012 ANSI standard and completion of a Registered Glazier Apprenticeship Program with at least 6,000 hours of practical experience.

Both Sides

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The case for

This bill ensures public safety by establishing a rigorous certification process for glass and metal technicians in Philadelphia, requiring them to meet specific qualifications and adhere to industry standards. Homeowners and business owners will benefit from knowing that the technicians working on their property's glazing systems have been thoroughly trained and vetted. By preventing unqualified individuals from performing critical work, this bill reduces the risk of accidents, injuries, and costly damage to buildings, ultimately protecting the public and the city's infrastructure.

The case against

If passed, Bill 260024 would impose significant costs on small businesses and individual technicians in Philadelphia, requiring them to pay for the certification process and meet strict, internationally-based standards. The program would also give a new regulatory body, an independent 501(c)3, significant power over the glazing industry, potentially stifling innovation and limiting job opportunities for low-skilled workers. The city would also bear the enforcement burden, which could lead to a costly and bureaucratic nightmare, while setting a precedent for further industry-specific licensing requirements.

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