Bill
HB 6562
Overview: HB 6562, AN ACT ALLOWING DENTISTS TRAINED OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES TO BE LICENSED DENTAL HYGIENISTS, was referred to the Joint Committee on Public Health on January 24,
Overview: HB 6562, AN ACT ALLOWING DENTISTS TRAINED OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES TO BE LICENSED DENTAL HYGIENISTS, was referred to the Joint Committee on Public Health on January 24, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to address workforce shortages in the dental field by allowing dentists trained outside the United States to be licensed as dental hygienists, without requiring them to complete a full dental hygiene program.
Key Provisions:
- Permits dentists trained outside the U.S. to apply for a dental hygienist license if they meet certain requirements, such as passing the national dental hygiene examination
- Waives the requirement for these applicants to complete a full dental hygiene education program
- Maintains existing standards and competency requirements for dental hygienist licensure
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Dentists trained outside the U.S. who wish to work as dental hygienists, providing them an alternative pathway to licensure
- Dental practices and patients, who may benefit from increased access to dental hygienist services
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been referred to the Joint Committee on Public Health for consideration. If passed, the new licensing pathway for foreign-trained dentists would take effect immediately.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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