SB2550Introduced in the Senate
Dental hygienists; revise certain requirements for and provisions regarding practice under general supervision.
Introduced by Kevin Blackwell, District 19
What does this bill do?
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Official description
An Act To Amend Section 73-9-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise Certain Requirements For Dental Hygienists Practicing Under General Supervision; To Update Cpr And Continuing Education Requirements; To Authorize Dental Hygiene Practice Under General Supervision In Licensed Nursing Homes, Institutions For The Aged Or Infirm And Correctional Facilities; To Allow Patients In Licensed Nursing Homes, Institutions For The Aged Or Infirm And Correctional Facilities To Be Seen Four Times Consecutively Under General Supervision; To Limit The Services That May Be Provided In Such Settings To Noninvasive Routine Services; To Revise Limitations On Supervision And Patient Eligibility; And For Related Purposes.
Where it stands
Died In Committee
February 3, 2026
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Bill history
Referred To Public Health and Welfare
Died In Committee
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