Legislative Update - LD 1393 Has Passed!

We are pleased to announce that with your support and the diligence of the AIA Maine Legislative Affairs Committee, Legislative Aid, and the Maine House and Senate, LD 1393 has passed.

What does this mean for architects in Maine?

Beginning July 1, 2026, as a prerequisite to renewal of a licensed architect's license under section 224, an applicant shall satisfactorily complete continuing education courses, programs or activities each year in the area of health, safety and welfare as set forth by rules adopted by the board. The rules must require an applicant to complete no less than 12 hours of approved health, safety and welfare continuing education as a condition of renewal. An applicant may not repeat for credit the same continuing education course, program or activity within a license renewal cycle. An applicant is responsible for maintaining evidence of that applicant's continuing education hours and shall submit such evidence of continuing education hours to the board upon renewal of that applicant's license.

If you are already a member of AIA Maine, we will continue to offer courses eligible for CEU credits year round, with our annual December Day of Learning Conference providing an opportunity to receive up to 8 CEUs.

The official act is available below.

For individuals in the profession who are not members of AIA, please reach out to learn more about how we can assist you with any questions regarding these upcoming changes to licensure. Contact AIA Maine Executive Director, Kelli Shedd at kelli@aiamaine.org.