Pennsylvania Governor Signs Two Bills Amending State Mortgage Law

On June 29, Pennsylvania Governor Edward G. Rendell signed SB 170 and HB 985 to amend Pennsylvania mortgage law. SB 170 prohibits a mortgage broker or mortgage originator from being or designating the sole recipient of communications from a lender or servicer to a consumer. HB 985 prohibits mortgage companies from bringing a cause of action for damages against employees who report illegal activity or take part in an investigation, hearing or inquiry against the company. Both bills become effective August 28, 2009.