Massachusetts H2172 amends pupil dental health screening requirements for public school students.

Massachusetts H2172 amends the General Laws to enhance dental health screening for public school students. It requires parents or guardians to present proof of a dental screening for kindergarten or within 30 days of enrollment. The bill mandates schools to notify parents or guardians about the screening requirement, including reasons for non-completion. School districts must submit annual reports to the Department of Public Health detailing screening completion rates and reasons for non-completion.

Massachusetts H2172 amends pupil dental health screening requirements for public school students.

Massachusetts H2172 amends the General Laws to enhance dental health screening for public school students. It requires parents or guardians to present proof of a dental screening for kindergarten or within 30 days of enrollment. The bill mandates schools to notify parents or guardians about the screening requirement, including reasons for non-completion. School districts must submit annual reports to the Department of Public Health detailing screening completion rates and reasons for non-completion.