SB567

Relative to the composition of the board of dental examiners and relative to the practice of dentistry and when radiographic examinations are required.

Chamber Passed·2/26/26

New Hampshire SB567 revises the composition of the dental examiners board and sets guidelines for radiographic examinations in dentistry.

New Hampshire SB567 amends the composition of the board of dental examiners, specifying that it will consist of nine members: six dentists, two dental hygienists, and one public member. The board members are appointed by the governor with council approval, serving five-year terms. Among the dentists, one must have a permit to administer general anesthesia and deep sedation, and another must be a general dentist. The bill also introduces guidelines for radiographic examinations in dentistry, stating that radiographic screening should not be performed before a clinical examination.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 158–143 · Feb 26
Current
The House
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

0
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

167 Yea

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133 Nay

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41 Not Voting

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52 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 29

10:00 AM

Executive Departments and Administration Executive Session

Apr 1

1:00 PM

Executive Departments and Administration Public Hearing

History

May 21

Senate

Sen. Pearl Moved Nonconcur with the House Amendment, Motion Adopted, Voice Vote; 05/21/2026; Senate Journal 13

May 14

House

Amendment # 2026-1750h (NT): Amendment Adopted Voice Vote 05/14/2026 House Journal 13

May 14

House

FLAM # 2026-1965h(NT) (Rep. Layon): Amendment Adopted Regular Calendar 158-143 05/14/2026 House Journal 13