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, extending the previous deadline of August 15, 2025. The bill also states that after August 15, 2030, applicants must satisfactorily complete an examination for licensure. This subsection will sunset and expire on August 15, 2030. The act will 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