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HI HB1615

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/17/2018

Primary Sponsor

Joy San Buenaventura

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Origin

House of Representatives

2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Appropriates funds from general revenues to the Department of Human Services for fiscal year 2018-2019 to provide Med-QUEST coverage for adult dental services
  • Current Med-QUEST coverage for adult dental services is limited to emergency treatment only
  • Lack of comprehensive dental care access has resulted in adults foregoing treatment for conditions like gum disease and root canals, with some seeking care in hospital emergency rooms
  • Effective date is July 1, 2018
  • Specific appropriation amount is blank in the bill text

Legislative Description

Relating To Adult Dental Services.

Appropriations ($)

Last Action

Referred to HHS, FIN, referral sheet 3

1/17/2018

Committee Referrals

Health & Human Services1/17/2018

Full Bill Text

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