SB842

Further providing for definitions, for general powers of the State Board of Dentistry, for penalties and for restricted faculty license.

Chamber Passed·6/24/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB842 amends the Dental Law to redefine "practice of dentistry" and "restricted faculty license," and to regulate the licensing and.

Pennsylvania SB842 amends the Dental Law to redefine the "practice of dentistry" and "restricted faculty license." It specifies that the practice of dentistry includes diagnosing, treating, and prescribing for conditions of the teeth and jaws, among other activities. The bill also outlines the criteria for obtaining a restricted faculty license, which allows for limited clinical teaching within educational facilities.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 26–0 · Jun 24, 2025
Current
The House
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

26 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Jun 30, 2025

12:00 AM

Professional Licensure (h) Hearing

Jun 24, 2025

12:00 AM

Appropriations (s) Hearing

History

Jun 30, 2025

House

Reported as committed

Jun 30, 2025

House

First consideration

Jun 30, 2025

House

Laid on the table