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SB 1926

Dentists and Dentistry - As introduced, authorizes copies of the annual report of the board of dentistry to be provided to interested parties in an electronic format. - Amends TCA Title 4 and Title 63, Chapter 5.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Becky Massey

Tennessee authorizes the Board of Dentistry to provide annual reports in electronic format, modernizing administrative procedures and improving stakeholder access.

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Bill Summary · SB 1926

Legislative bill overview

SB 1926 authorizes the Tennessee Board of Dentistry to provide copies of its annual report in electronic format rather than exclusively in physical form. The bill amends state law to modernize reporting procedures for the regulatory board overseeing dental professionals.

Why is this important

This change reduces administrative costs and improves accessibility by allowing stakeholders—dentists, patients, and interested parties—to access regulatory information digitally. It reflects broader government modernization efforts to move away from paper-based systems while maintaining transparency and accountability in professional licensing.

Potential points of contention

  • Digital divide concerns: Some stakeholders without reliable internet access or digital literacy may struggle to access electronic-only reports if physical copies are eliminated entirely
  • Record retention and archival: Questions about long-term digital storage, data preservation, and ensuring historical reports remain accessible over time
  • Minimal regulatory impact: Critics might view this as a low-priority procedural change when dentistry regulation faces other substantive policy questions

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

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