Announcing Practice Rights for Registered Interior Designers in Illinois!
Our Bill has become a Law!
Over the last year, you may have seen messages from our team asking for your support for interior design rights in Illinois. We are excited to announce that with your assistance, our bill has become a law!
On June 10th 2022, Governor J.B. Pritzker signed this into law this historic piece of legislation that establishes practice rights for Registered Interior Designers in Illinois and confirms that interior design work positively impacts lives in the built environment.
What does this mean?
Amends the Registered Interior Design Act in Illinois
Provides a Seal for Registered Interior Designers (RID)
RID’s can stamp their own design plans for non-structural construction
Acknowledges the crucial role Interior Designers play in protecting occupant health, safety, and welfare
Who lead the initiative?
Introduced and sponsored by Representative Margaret Croke (D) in the House of Representatives and by Senator Laura Fine (D) in the Senate
ASID IL and IIDA IL Chapter Leaders, Members, and Legislators
CIDQ (Council for Interior Design Qualification)
Who will regulate this Practice Act?
The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
When will the new law take effect?
January 1st 2023
