DENTIST & DENTAL HYGIENIST COMPACT

SB 433, the "Dentist and Dental Hygienist Interstate Compact," would allow licensed dentists and dental hygienists from participating states to practice in other participating states without obtaining separate licenses. It creates a "compact privilege" that streamlines interstate practice by eliminating duplicate licensing requirements while maintaining each state's authority to regulate scope of practice and ensure public safety. The bill directly affects licensed dental professionals seeking to work across state lines, including military personnel relocating with families. The bill passed committee review in February 2025 but was postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025.