Relates to the requirements for certification for certified interior designers

This bill updates the rules for becoming a certified interior designer in New York by changing the educational and testing requirements. Instead of needing seven years of specific training with a degree, applicants must now meet the standards of a national certifying organization approved by the state. The law also replaces the requirement to pass a separate state fire and safety exam with a verification that the applicant has passed a national exam and holds a current certificate. Additionally, the bill lowers the initial licensing fee to $135 and adjusts the triennial registration fee to $210. These changes directly affect individuals seeking to use the title "certified interior designer" and the state department overseeing the certification process.