S 732
An Act increasing access to universal dental care
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Bill overview
This bill aims to expand access to dental care for all residents of Massachusetts, regardless of their immigration status. It seeks to remove financial barriers to dental services and ensure that more people in the state can receive necessary dental care. The legislation intends to increase the availability of affordable dental services within the Commonwealth. It is currently being reviewed by the Financial Services committee.
Key provisions
- Expands dental care access for all Massachusetts residents.
- Specifically addresses dental care access for undocumented immigrants.
- Likely involves establishing or expanding programs to support dental care affordability.
- The bill is currently under review by the Financial Services committee.
- May include provisions for increased funding for dental services.
Who is affected
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Undocumented immigrants in Massachusetts
- Low-income individuals in Massachusetts
- Dental care providers in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Currently, access to dental care may be limited for undocumented immigrants.
- This bill would eliminate this barrier to care.
- The bill’s impact on existing dental care programs is yet to be determined.
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Bill S.732 194th (Current)
An Act increasing access to universal dental care
By Ms. Edwards, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 732) of Lydia Edwards for legislation to increase access to universal dental care for all residents of the commonwealth regardless of immigration status. Financial Services.
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Presenter: Lydia Edwards
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.732
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Financial Services |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/15/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/27/2025 from 10:30 AM-04:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 12/4/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2787 |
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