An Act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact; and providing for the form of the compact.

Summary

This bill allows Pennsylvania to join the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact, an agreement among states that makes it easier for dental professionals to practice across state lines. It affects dentists and dental hygienists who hold licenses in member states, allowing them to work in Pennsylvania without getting a new state-specific license. This matters because it reduces administrative barriers, helping to address dental workforce shortages and improve patient access to care.

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