If enacted, this bill would introduce the Dentists and Dental Hygienists Compact, allowing licensed professionals from participating states to practice in other states without needing separate licenses. It would add new provisions regarding the compact's purpose, state participation, and the process for obtaining compact privileges, while maintaining the current legal framework. Key updates include the requirement for participating states to adopt a compact aligned with the model compact, maintain a data system for the Commission, and implement criminal background checks. The bill also emphasizes public health and safety, allowing states to impose adverse actions against licensees and establishing a coordinated database for licensure and disciplinary information.

Additionally, the bill would clarify the procedures for states wishing to withdraw from the Compact, including a mandatory 180-day waiting period and notification requirements for licensees. It would also stipulate that any state joining the Compact must adhere to existing rules and bylaws, and that previously adopted rules will have the full force of law upon enactment. The bill aims to streamline the licensing process, enhance regulatory consistency, and protect public health while accommodating the needs of military families and ensuring effective governance of the Compact through established roles and responsibilities for the Commission.