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H7838Introduced in the House

Allows foreign-trained dentists and dental hygienists to obtain limited licenses if they graduate from reputable dental colleges or universities, work under a supervising dentist, and pass a board-approved exam.

IntroducedHouse Corporations

Introduced by Cherie Cruz, District 58

What does this bill do?

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Official description

BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- DENTISTS AND DENTAL HYGIENISTS - Allows foreign-trained dentists and dental hygienists to obtain limited licenses if they graduate from reputable dental colleges or universities, work under a supervising dentist, and pass a board-approved exam.

Where it stands

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

April 14, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to House Corporations

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/14/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

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