The bill amends the General Laws in Chapter 5-6 entitled "Electricians," expanding the scope of work that requires an electrician's license. The new language inserted into the law specifies that a license is necessary for a broader range of activities, including installing, maintaining, servicing, and testing support systems for electrical equipment and devices, as well as handling and removal for installation or re-installation of all electrical equipment within the jobsite. It also mandates that licensed electricians must carry their license while working and include their contractor’s license number on advertisements, contracts, bids, and any required permits.

Furthermore, the bill details the types of contractor’s certificates/licenses that can be issued, such as Electrical contractor’s license, Burner contractor’s license, and several others, each with its own qualifications and scope of work. Notably, the bill allows those holding a Certificate REP (Renewable Energy Professional certificate) to distribute palletized materials to the final area of installation, with a deletion specifically removing the mention of photovoltaic modules to the mounting racks. It also states that registered contractors with a Certificate REP can install solar sheathing systems of 10 kilowatts or less on residential structures, but the connection to the electrical grid must be done by a Rhode Island licensed electrician. The act is scheduled to take effect on January 30, 2025.