Board approves multiple CPE and exam-credit extensions, requires proof for some

The Consumer Protection Department licensing board on a virtual meeting approved multiple requests to extend CPE deadlines and exam-credit expirations, with the board conditioning approval in several cases on proof that the credits were completed by the requested dates.

Board members said the requests were largely for medical or other good-cause reasons. Several requests were approved after motions and seconding; for a subset the board approved the extension “pending proof” that the applicant completed the required hours by the requested date.

Why it matters: Licensees who miss CPE or exam-credit deadlines may face late fees or inability to renew; the board’s actions keep affected licensees in compliance while the department audits submitted documentation and records.

The board approved or otherwise disposed of the following extension requests (motions and recorded outcomes as reflected in the meeting transcript):

Votes at a glance

- Lindsay Kendrick — requested extension through Dec. 31 (medical). Board approved the extension pending proof that she completed the required hours by Dec. 31 (motion made and seconded; vote: all in favor). - Alpana Marwa — requested extension through Dec. 31; short by six hours; proof provided. Motion to approve carried (motion made and seconded; vote: all in favor). - Sarah Beg — requested extension to Jan. 12, 2024; four credits already completed; described as good cause. Motion to approve carried (motion made and seconded; vote: all in favor). - Cassandra Jengler — requested extension through July 17, 2024; 33 credits completed; medical reason. Motion to approve carried (motion made and seconded; vote: all in favor). - Sean Goldpaw — requested extension through Dec. 31, 2024; 34.5 credits completed; medical reason. Board approved the extension pending proof of completion by Dec. 31 (motion made and seconded; vote: all in favor). - Rodney Kaufman — requested extension through June 30, 2024; 36 credits completed; good cause. Motion to approve carried (motion made and seconded; vote: all in favor). - Nana Samuel Agbona (Agbona) — originally requested waiver; later submitted a revision showing requirements completed by Dec. 31; board approved the correction/waiver of the fine (motion made and seconded; vote: all in favor). - Sean McNamee (McNami in documents) — requested extension through May 1, 2025; no credits reported yet; medical reason. Motion to approve carried (motion made and seconded; vote: all in favor). - Connor Bormosic — requested extension of FAR exam credit to June 30, 2025 (originally extended under new timing rules); motion to grant extension carried (motion made and seconded; vote: all in favor). - Eric Penner — requested extension of FAR credit from June 30, 2025 (universal COVID relief extension) to Dec. 31, 2025. Motion to grant the six‑month extension carried; two board members abstained (abstentions recorded during the vote; motion passed).

Board procedure and follow-up

Board staff (department staff) said the department flags records for follow-up and audits submitted CPE documentation for applicants granted extensions. A staff member explained the department adds a note in the individual record and performs verification as part of audit cycles for extensions.

Several members asked staff to confirm exact completion documentation rather than relying solely on applicants’ statements. Where the board approved “pending proof,” staff was asked to notify the board if documentation was not received.

Background and next steps

Members raised that this annual cluster of end-of‑year extension requests was unusually large this cycle and urged clearer applicant instructions and better documentation at renewal time. One pending item (exam/CPE certificates for Karl Hellming) was deferred for review at a future meeting.

The board adjourned after completing the extension and exam-credit items and moved to other agenda topics.