This bill prohibits carriers from offering dental plans that include a dental benefit waiting period in the State of New Jersey. Specifically, it mandates that any carrier issuing, executing, or renewing a dental plan cannot provide coverage that delays a covered person's eligibility to receive certain services under the plan. The bill defines a dental benefit waiting period as a provision that imposes such a delay.

The act is set to take effect 30 days after its enactment and will apply to all dental plans issued, executed, or renewed on or after that date. This legislation aims to enhance access to dental care by eliminating waiting periods that can hinder timely treatment for covered individuals.