Texas HB1799 establishes the Interstate Dental and Dental Hygiene Licensure Compact to expedite dental and dental hygiene licensure across states.

HB1799 creates the Interstate Dental and Dental Hygiene Licensure Compact, allowing dentists and dental hygienists to obtain expedited licenses in participating states. The Compact requires states to share documents and information to ensure public safety. It allows for joint investigations and disciplinary actions among member states. Active-duty military members and their spouses are exempt from fees for one year after separation. The Compact also establishes a Commission to oversee the agreement, enforce compliance, and handle disputes.

Texas HB1799 establishes the Interstate Dental and Dental Hygiene Licensure Compact to expedite dental and dental hygiene licensure across states.

HB1799 creates the Interstate Dental and Dental Hygiene Licensure Compact, allowing dentists and dental hygienists to obtain expedited licenses in participating states. The Compact requires states to share documents and information to ensure public safety. It allows for joint investigations and disciplinary actions among member states. Active-duty military members and their spouses are exempt from fees for one year after separation. The Compact also establishes a Commission to oversee the agreement, enforce compliance, and handle disputes.