DENTAL & DENTAL HYGIENIST COMPACT

Summary

The bill establishes the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact, which lets licensed dentists and hygienists from one participating state obtain a compact privilege to work in other participating states without getting a new license. It also adds requirements for state and federal criminal background checks and for sharing licensing and disciplinary information among states. The aim is to improve public access to dental care and help address workforce shortages.

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