The bill amends Section 5-65-5 of the General Laws concerning the Contractors Registration and Licensing Board. It introduces a new requirement for individuals applying to register as contractors, mandating that applicants provide a legible copy of a valid government-issued identification. The bill also establishes continuing education requirements for new and renewing applicants, specifying that new applicants must complete five hours of pre-registration education units, while those renewing their registration must complete two and a half hours of continuing education units. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the potential denial or revocation of registration based on unsatisfied judgments and imposes penalties for providing falsified information on applications. The act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
913: 5-65-5