1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Appraisal Industry Improvement Act . 2. Appraiser standards (a) Certification or licensing (1) In general Section 202(g)(5) of the National Housing Act ( 12 U.S.C. 1708(g)(5) ) is amended by striking subparagraphs (A) and (B) and inserting the following: (A) be certified or licensed by the State in which the property to be appraised is located, except that a Federal employee who chooses to become State-licensed or certified real estate appraisers need to only be licensed or certified in 1 State or territory to perform real estate appraisal duties as a Federal employee in all States and territories; (B) meet the competency requirements described in the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice before accepting an assignment; and (C) have demonstrated verifiable education in the appraisal requirements established by the Federal Housing Administration under this subsection, which shall include the completion of a course or seminar that educates appraisers on those appraisal requirements, which shall be— (i) provided by the Federal Housing Administration or a private or public organization with special competence in and knowledge of appraisal education through contracts, grants, or other assistance provided by the Secretary