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SB 842

An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.216, No.76), known as The Dental Law, further providing for definitions, for general powers of the State Board of Dentistry, for penalties and for restricted faculty license.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dave Argall and 6 co-sponsors

SB 842 updates Pennsylvania's dental licensing law to modernize Board powers, redefine professional standards, adjust penalties, and establish restricted faculty license provisions for dental educators.

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Bill Summary · SB 842

Legislative bill overview

SB 842 amends Pennsylvania's 1933 Dental Law to update definitions, expand the State Board of Dentistry's regulatory powers, modify penalty structures, and create or adjust provisions for restricted faculty licenses. The bill modernizes licensing frameworks for dental professionals and educators operating in the state.

Why is this important

Dental licensing directly affects patient safety standards, professional oversight, and access to dental education in Pennsylvania. Updates to Board powers and penalties influence how violations are enforced and what conduct is permissible among practitioners and dental school faculty members.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of Board authority: Expanding regulatory powers could be viewed as either necessary modernization or governmental overreach depending on specific provisions
  • Restricted faculty license details: Changes to how dental educators are licensed may affect academic hiring practices, faculty credentials, or institutional flexibility
  • Penalty modifications: Shifts in enforcement mechanisms could be seen as tightening accountability or creating disproportionate consequences for practitioners

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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