ABO/NCLE Reinstate Registration Grace Period

A few months ago, ABO/NCLE cancelled the grace period for registering continuing education credits with the organization. That's no longer the case. Yesterday, an optician received the following from ABO/NCLE:

If you are unable to complete the necessary requirements, or fail to turn in your renewal fee prior to the end of the year, ABO & NCLE have established a ninety (90) day grace period, ending on March 31 of the year immediately following your expiration, with an additional $50 fee, for you to complete any remaining course work and to file your renewal paperwork.