Enacts the State of Rhode Island interior design practice act to control and regulate the professional practice of interior designers.

Rhode Island Interior Design Practice Act – Plain English Summary

This bill would create an official licensing system for interior designers in Rhode Island. Under this law, people who want to professionally call themselves "interior designers" and offer those services to the public would need to meet certain requirements — likely including education, experience, and passing a recognized exam — before they can legally practice under that title. The goal is to establish a consistent professional standard for the field within the state.

The bill would primarily affect people who work as interior designers in Rhode Island, as well as clients who hire them. Professional interior designers would need to go through a formal registration or licensing process to use that protected title. Consumers, in turn, could have more assurance that someone calling themselves a licensed interior designer has met verified qualifications. Businesses that employ interior designers could also be affected, depending on the specific rules the law puts in place.

Currently, the bill has been introduced in the Senate and referred to the Senate Commerce Committee, which has recommended holding it for further study rather than moving it forward immediately. This means the bill is still in early stages and has not yet become law. A hearing is scheduled for March 2026, where lawmakers and the public may have the opportunity to weigh in before any further action is taken.