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RI S0749

RI S0749
Requires that, beginning January 1, 2028, all contractors structurally remodeling or building new residential structures with 1 to 4 family dwelling units be licensed by the contractors’ registration and licensing board.


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Introduced
03/07/2025
In Committee
06/02/2025
Crossed Over
06/20/2025
Passed
07/02/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
07/02/2025

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This act would require that beginning January 1, 2028, all contractors structurally remodeling or building new residential structures with one to four family dwelling units be licensed by the contractors’ registration and licensing board. It would also amend the membership of the contractors registration and licensing board by increasing from one to two the members of the public, reducing from two to one the number of licensed home inspectors, and providing the option for an engineer to serve in place of an architect. This act would take effect upon passage.

AI Summary

This bill requires that beginning January 1, 2028, all contractors supervising the construction of new residential structures (defined as buildings with one to four family dwelling units) or structurally remodeling existing residential structures must be licensed by the contractors' registration and licensing board. The licensing program is designed to protect consumer safety by establishing competency standards, and will include an application process requiring contractors to submit details such as business information, proof of insurance, and demonstration of skills and experience. Contractors will need to pass an examination, maintain good standing with board regulations, and complete continuing education requirements. The bill also modifies the composition of the contractors' registration and licensing board, increasing public members from one to two, reducing licensed home inspectors from two to one, and allowing an engineer to serve in place of an architect. Penalties for operating without a license range from misdemeanors with fines up to $1,000 and potential imprisonment for first and second offenses, to felonies with fines up to $10,000 and potential imprisonment for up to two years for subsequent violations. The board is authorized to establish regulations, create a licensing pathway for existing contractors, and collect fees to support the licensing program, with the ultimate goal of enhancing consumer protection and maintaining professional standards in residential construction.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Signed by Governor (on 07/02/2025)

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