Interstate Dental and Dental Hygiene License Act of 2026

This bill authorizes the District of Columbia to join the Interstate Dental and Dental Hygiene Licensure Compact, a national agreement designed to simplify the process for dentists and dental hygienists to practice across state lines. By joining the Compact, the District will allow licensed professionals to obtain expedited "compact licenses" to work in other member states and will gain access to a shared database of disciplinary actions and ongoing investigations. The legislation establishes a commission made up of dental board representatives to oversee the program and clarifies that the District retains the authority to take disciplinary action against licensees based on information shared through this network. Additionally, the bill defines specific terms related to military spouses, criminal convictions, and professional misconduct to ensure consistent standards are applied when sharing data between states.