Dentists and Dentistry - As introduced, changes from at least five years to at least six years, the period of residency and practice in this state that each of the two dental hygienist members appointed to the board of dentistry on or after July 1, 2026, must have prior to such appointment. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 56; Title 63, Chapter 5; Title 68 and Title 71.
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Introduced
2Passed House
3Passed Senate
4To Governor
5Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
2026
Mar 18Taken off notice for cal in s/c Health Subcommittee of Health CommitteeLatest
Mar 11Action Def. in s/c Health Subcommittee to 3/18/2026
Mar 11Placed on s/c cal Health Subcommittee for 3/18/2026
Mar 4Ref. to Health Committee - Government Operations for ReviewMinor
Mar 4Assigned to s/c Health SubcommitteeMinor
Mar 4Placed on s/c cal Health Subcommittee for 3/11/2026
Feb 5P2C, caption bill, held on desk - pending amdt.