H 5037·MA·house
An Act relative to the sustainability of public health dental hygienists through adequate reimbursements
Reported by CommitteeFiled Feb 5, 2026
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Financial Services
Latest Action
House: Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026
Jul 9, 2026
Summary
This legislation would adjust how public health dental hygienists are paid, aiming to improve their financial stability. It affects hygienists working in state‑run or publicly funded oral health programs and the patients they serve. By securing better reimbursement, the bill hopes to retain a skilled workforce and enhance community oral health.
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