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RI H7146
Bill
Status
1/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Deborah Fellela
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AI Summary
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Licensed professionals aged 65 and older may convert their active license to a "retirement status license" for a $20 fee, which prohibits them from practicing their trade or profession
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Applicants must submit their original license along with a form acknowledging their retired status; the original license will be returned stamped "Retired"
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Violations of practicing while holding a retirement status license carry the same penalties as unauthorized or unlicensed practice of a regulated occupation
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Retired licensees may restore their active license by paying the current annual fee and completing the most recent year's continuing education requirements
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The Division of Professional Regulation may grant retirement status licenses to individuals under age 65 for good cause; effective January 1, 2027
Legislative Description
Creates a new class of retirement status license for retirees that had possessed a professional license issued by the department of labor and training.
Labor And Labor Relations
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
2/5/2026