AN ACT REQUIRING EXPANDED FUNCTION DENTAL ASSISTANTS WHO COMPLETE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS IN OTHER STATES TO PASS A JURISPRUDENCE ASSESSMENT BEFORE PRACTICING IN THE STATE.

HB 6569 requires dental assistants trained in other states to pass a test on state dental laws before practicing in this state. Specifically, it applies to expanded function dental assistants who completed accredited programs elsewhere. The bill mandates passing a jurisprudence assessment - testing knowledge of state dental regulations - prior to performing their duties. This aims to expand the dental assistant workforce to improve access to essential oral health care for residents. The requirement applies only to those educated outside the state, not to locally trained assistants.