Feargal Quinn (Independent)

In response to Senator O'Malley, I understand her concern. Materials were not included in this legislation. The reason is that there is sufficient legislation in this regard. If someone sells me a car and I do not pay, I owe money and the person can get that money from me through various methods. What we have included in the legislation makes the clarification in regard to that, so that the Bill will apply if the contract concerned also provides for the installation of the material and the equipment and supplies. If someone offers to supply materials, but has nothing to do with installation, this legislation does not apply because sufficient legislation exists in that regard. On the other hand, if one is a plumber, a tiler or an electrician and provides the pipes, tiles or wiring and installs them, this legislation applies and covers material on that basis. We are not trying to cover every item of legislation. If materials are provided and installed, they are governed by the legislation. I would like to cover more but I am more anxious to get this legislation passed rather than making it so widespread that it is difficult to enforce.