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RI S2850
Bill
Status
3/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Melissa Murray
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AI Summary
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Reduces mandatory inspection frequency for funeral establishments, branch offices, and crematories from twice per year to once per year
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Eliminates the Rhode Island practical examination requirement for out-of-state funeral directors/embalmers seeking licensure by endorsement
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Maintains requirements that out-of-state applicants must be licensed in good standing, graduate from mortuary college, and pass the National Board written examination
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Exempts from National Board Examination requirements anyone licensed in another state prior to 1985
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Reduces funeral home inspections from twice a year to once a year and removes the practical exam requirement for out-of-state funeral directors and embalmers.
Businesses And Professions
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/12/2026