The bill amends Section 5-39.1-8 of the General Laws regarding the licensing procedure for social workers. It provides that applicants for a license as a licensed clinical social worker shall not be required to take or pass a standardized written examination prior to August 15, 2030, instead of the previously set date of August 15, 2025. Additionally, it establishes that applicants must satisfactorily complete an examination for licensure after August 15, 2030. This provision regarding the examination requirement will sunset and expire on August 15, 2030. The act is set to take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
5158: 5-39.1-8
5158  SUB A: 5-39.1-8
5158  SUB A as amended: 5-39.1-8