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HF 1110

Grants for dental assisting and hygiene education programs made, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger and 3 co-sponsors

Creates a state grants program and funds to support dental assisting and hygiene education, boosting Minnesota's pipeline of trained dental professionals.

Author added Zeleznikar
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Bill Summary · HF 1110

Summary of HF 1110 (Minnesota)

Overview

HF 1110, titled “Grants for dental assisting and hygiene education programs made, and money appropriated,” proposes creating a state grants program to support dental assisting and dental hygiene education programs and appropriating funds to support that program. The bill is classified as a higher education and health-related measure. It was introduced on February 19, 2025, and as of the latest actions, author Zeleznikar has been added (February 24, 2025). The bill has been referred to the Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy committee.

Purpose and Intent

  • Establishment of a grants program to fund dental assisting and dental hygiene education programs.
  • Allocation of state funds to support these programs, with the goal of bolstering the education pipeline for dental assistants and dental hygienists.
  • Aligns with objectives in higher education and health sectors by expanding capacity and training for oral health professionals.

Key Provisions (as indicated by title and summary)

  • Creation of a grants program specifically for dental assisting and dental hygiene education programs.
  • Authorization and appropriation of state funds to support the grants.
  • Provisions regarding administration, eligibility, grant criteria, or program oversight are not detailed in the information provided.

Funding and Fiscal Implications

  • The bill provides for “money appropriated” to support the grants. Specific funding amounts, funding mechanisms, match requirements, or sunset provisions are not included in the provided text.
  • Fiscal impact will depend on the appropriation level and any accompanying guidelines established in committee or by administration.

Affected Parties and Scope

  • Higher education institutions, vocational or technical education programs, and other entities that offer dental assisting and dental hygiene education.
  • Current and prospective students pursuing dental assisting or dental hygiene credentials.
  • The broader dental care workforce and potentially communities served by expanded access to dental professionals.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • 2025-02-19: Introduction and first reading.
  • 2025-02-24: Author added Zeleznikar.
  • 2025-02-19: Referred to the Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy committee.

Related Legislation

  • There is a Senate companion bill: SF 1325.

Potential Impacts and Considerations

  • Positive impact on workforce pipeline for dental health professionals, potentially improving access to dental care in Minnesota.
  • Depends on the amount of funding appropriated and the specific eligibility and grant criteria established.
  • Success will hinge on clear program guidelines, accountability/reporting requirements, and coordination with higher education and health agencies.

Next Steps

  • Monitor committee action for HF 1110 to learn about enacted specifics: grant eligibility, award amounts, application processes, reporting requirements, and program duration.
  • Compare with SF 1325 for alignment or differences in the companion measure.

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

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