S2862Introduced in the Senate
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.
Introduced by Lammis Vargas, District 28
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
Referred to House Corporations
June 5, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Passage · June 4, 2026
37
Yes
1
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
38 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Jacob Bissaillon | 1 | Yes |
| Ana Quezada | 2 | Yes |
| Samuel Zurier | 3 | Yes |
| Stefano Famiglietti | 4 | Yes |
| Samuel Bell | 5 | Yes |
| Tiara Mack | 6 | Yes |
| Frank Ciccone | 7 | Yes |
| Lori Urso | 8 | Yes |
| John Burke | 9 | Yes |
| Walter Felag | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Scheduled for consideration (06/02/2026)
Proposed Substitute
Committee recommends passage of Sub A
Placed on Senate Calendar (06/04/2026)
Senate passed Sub A
Referred to House Corporations
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