An Act establishing the dentist and dental hygienist compact

HD 1446 establishes the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact, allowing licensed dentists and dental hygienists in participating states to practice in other participating states without obtaining separate licenses. This "compact privilege" eliminates redundant licensing requirements, promotes workforce mobility (especially for military members and spouses), and creates a streamlined process for cross-state practice. The compact requires practitioners to follow each state's scope of practice rules and enables states to share disciplinary information and monitor licensure. It directly affects licensed dental professionals seeking to work across state lines and aims to improve public access to dental services in underserved areas.