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HB 762

AN ACT relating to the Interstate Dental and Dental Hygiene Licensure Compact.

2025 Regular Session

Kentucky joins multi-state dental licensure compact allowing dentists and hygienists to practice across member states under single license.

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Bill Summary · HB 762

Legislative bill overview

HB 762 would establish Kentucky's participation in the Interstate Dental and Dental Hygiene Licensure Compact, an agreement that allows dentists and dental hygienists licensed in one member state to practice in other participating states without obtaining separate licenses. The compact creates a streamlined process for credential verification and multi-state practice while maintaining individual state board oversight.

Why is this important

This affects healthcare access and professional mobility across state lines. It could reduce barriers for dental professionals to practice in multiple states, potentially addressing dental provider shortages in underserved areas. For consumers, it may increase availability of dental services, though it also raises questions about maintaining consistent quality standards across jurisdictions.

Potential points of contention

  • Regulatory consistency: Critics may worry that allowing multi-state practice under one license could create "lowest common denominator" standards if states have varying requirements for continuing education, background checks, or patient safety protocols
  • Consumer protection variation: Different states have different patient complaint and disciplinary procedures; patients in one state may have less recourse if treated by a provider licensed elsewhere
  • Economic impact on local practitioners: Some Kentucky dentists may oppose the compact if they view increased out-of-state competition as threatening to their practices, particularly in rural areas

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

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