Passed 1st Reading
Summary
The bill requires any dentist with a permit to give general anesthesia or sedation to file detailed reports of serious complications, such as death or permanent brain injury, within 72 hours and other events within 30 days. It also directs the UNC Policy Collaboratory to study whether a second qualified provider should be present when deep‑sedation drugs are used, providing $100,000 for the research. The goal is to improve patient safety and inform future regulations.
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