A 5047 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes "Oral Health Equity Act."

This bill creates the Oral Health Equity Act to expand access to dental care for uninsured and underinsured residents in New Jersey's medically underserved areas. It directs the Department of Human Services to partner with specific community health centers to provide a package of services, including comprehensive exams, restorative treatment, and two annual visits per patient. To support these efforts, the bill mandates that the state reimburse participating centers at rates equal to or higher than those paid to federally qualified health centers. Additionally, the legislation requires the state to seek necessary Medicaid waivers to secure federal funding for these new programs.
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Introduced May 11, 2026 Last action May 11, 2026
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May 11, 2026
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