Rhode Island standardizes ABA licensure, creating LBA and LABA titles with BACB-aligned supervision, and strengthens DOH oversight of licensees.

Eliminates fees for obtaining certain permits, saving applicants money but potentially reducing agency revenue and prompting new funding or budget adjustments.

HB 5562 would limit using the term 'dollar store' in ads and signage to stores meeting a defined low-price standard, with required disclosures and penalties for misleading pricing.