HB 1031

Abstract

Establishes the dentist and dental hygienist compact (compact). Provides the requirements states must follow in order to participate in the compact. Provides that dentists and dental hygienists may practice in participating states so long as the dentists and dental hygienists meet certain criteria. Provides that active military members and their spouses pay reduced or no fees in order to practice in participating states. Establishes a governing commission and sets out its powers, duties, financing, and liability. Provides various mechanisms for the participating states and the governing commission to regulate the interstate practice of dentists and dental hygienists. Provides for various contingencies, including the process to effect, amend, enforce, withdraw from, or terminate the compact. Makes technical corrections. Removes certain language regarding the regulation of dentists.