Adopts Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact.
This bill would allow New Jersey dentists and dental hygienists licensed in New Jersey to practice in other states that join the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Compact without obtaining a separate license in each state. It creates a "compact privilege" that enables licensed professionals to work across participating states while still following each state's practice rules and standards. The compact requires states to share disciplinary information and maintain their own licensing requirements, aiming to improve access to dental care in underserved areas and support workforce mobility. The bill does not change New Jersey's current licensing standards or requirements for dental professionals.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Health Committee
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1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
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