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HF 3516

Dentistry profession licensure, registration, scope of practice, continuing education, and disciplinary grounds modified; and fees established.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Liz Boldon and 1 co-sponsor

Minnesota bill overhauls dental licensing rules, scope of practice, continuing education, and fees to reshape the state's dental profession regulations.

Referred to Health and Human Services
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Bill Summary · HF 3516

Legislative bill overview

HF 3516 modifies Minnesota's dentistry profession regulations by adjusting licensure and registration requirements, expanding or clarifying the scope of practice for dental professionals, updating continuing education standards, establishing new disciplinary grounds, and setting or adjusting licensing fees. The bill represents a comprehensive regulatory overhaul of dental practice in the state.

Why is this important

Dental licensing reforms directly affect patient access to care, the quality of dental services, and the cost of dental treatment in Minnesota. Changes to scope of practice can determine which professionals can perform certain procedures, potentially expanding access to preventive care or dental services in underserved areas. Fee adjustments impact both practitioners and consumers who may face higher costs if licensing fees increase.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of practice expansion: Proposals to allow dental hygienists or other auxiliaries to perform additional procedures may face opposition from dentists concerned about patient safety, liability, or economic competition
  • Fee increases: New or elevated licensing fees could burden independent practitioners and small practices, particularly in rural areas
  • Continuing education requirements: Stricter or expanded CE mandates may increase professional costs and administrative burden, while advocates may argue stronger standards improve patient care quality

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

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