An Act establishing the dentist and dental hygienist compact
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact, allowing dentists and dental hygienists licensed in one participating state to practice in another without needing to go through the full licensing process in the new state. This compact aims to improve access to dental care and streamline the process for professionals to work across state lines. It’s intended to promote portability of licensure and benefit both practitioners and patients.
Key provisions
- Allows dentists and dental hygienists licensed in a compacting state to practice in other compacting states.
- Establishes standards for reciprocal licensure between participating states.
- Requires participating states to adopt the compact.
- Specifies the process for states to join the compact.
- Addresses issues of professional liability and disciplinary action.
- Ensures patient safety standards are met across participating states.
Who is affected
- Dentists
- Dental Hygienists
- Patients seeking dental care
- State dental boards
- States participating in the compact
Notable changes
- Currently, dentists and hygienists must obtain separate licenses in each state where they wish to practice.
- This bill creates a streamlined process for interstate practice.
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Michael O. Moore
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