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RI S2647
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Peter Appollonio
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AI Summary
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Requires all individuals and businesses inspecting or cleaning commercial kitchen exhaust systems in Rhode Island to obtain a license from the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM), with technicians also required to hold individual certificates
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Certification requirements include 30 hours of hands-on experience, participation in an approved training program, passing a written exam with a minimum 70% score, and completing a criminal background check
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License fees are $200 for businesses and $100 for technician certificates, with 3-year terms; renewal requires 5 hours of continuing education and fees of $100 (license) or $50 (certificate)
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Licensees must employ at least two certified technicians, maintain general liability and workers' compensation insurance, and report critical conditions to authorities within 24 hours
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Violations may result in administrative penalties up to $1,000 per violation, and repeat offenders (after three violations) face misdemeanor charges with up to one year imprisonment; effective date is July 1, 2027
Legislative Description
Establishes the commercial kitchen exhaust system inspection and cleaning licensing and certification act. It also requires entities inspecting or cleaning commercial exhaust systems be licensed and insured.
Health And Safety
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/10/2026