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AN ACT relating to real estate brokers and salespersons; amending the definition of "customer" for purposes of real estate transactions and licensing provisions; amending the disclosures that are required when establishing a broker relationship; specifying applicability; and providing for an effective date. This act amends the Real Estate License Act. This act amends the definition of "customer" to include a person who has expressed an interest in buying, leasing, or selling real estate or who has attended a showing without an agency relationship. The act amends disclosure requirements to require a statement that a customer is not required to sign any legal written agency agreement to view or tour real estate during showings. The act provides that, after a buyer or seller refuses to sign a disclosure, the real estate licensee may continue providing services to a customer. The act provides that nothing shall be construed to impair any contracts or agreements existing before July 1, 2026, the effective date of this act.