An Act relative to the dental licensure compact in Massachusetts
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to establish a dental licensure compact for Massachusetts, allowing dentists licensed in participating states to practice in Massachusetts without needing a separate Massachusetts license. The compact would streamline the process for dentists to practice across state lines, improving access to dental care. It aims to reduce administrative burdens for both dentists and the state’s Board of Registration of Dental Hygienists. This would align Massachusetts with a growing number of other states that have adopted similar compacts.
Key provisions
- Establishes a dental licensure compact.
- Allows dentists licensed in participating states to practice in Massachusetts.
- Reduces administrative burdens for dentists.
- Improves access to dental care.
- Creates a streamlined process for interstate practice.
- The compact will be administered by the Board of Registration of Dental Hygienists.
- The compact will include provisions for reciprocal recognition of licenses.
- The compact will address issues of professional liability and disciplinary actions.
Who is affected
- Dentists
- Dental Hygienists
- Patients in Massachusetts
- Boards of Registration of Dental Hygienists (nationwide)
- The State of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Aligns Massachusetts with interstate dental licensure compacts.
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Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Edward R. Philips
Cosponsor
Edward R. Philips
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