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ME LD1746
Bill
Status
6/10/2025
Primary Sponsor
Lori Gramlich
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AI Summary
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Extends the deadline for providing preventive oral health services through the Maine CDC in all public schools from January 1, 2025 to January 1, 2027
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Requires the Department of Health and Human Services to establish at least one mobile dental services provider in each public health district, modeled after the Cumberland County School Oral Health Project, with at least one new district added per school year
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Directs DHHS to provide training to primary care providers on minimally invasive dental treatment for infants and small children, encouraging pediatricians to use silver diamine fluoride to prevent cavities
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Makes permanent two previously temporary positions (Public Health Educator III and Planning and Research Associate I) to support school oral health services, funded at approximately $208,814 in FY2025-26 and $217,502 in FY2026-27 from federal funds
Legislative Description
An Act to Reduce Dental Disease and Ensure Access to Essential Preventive Dental Care Among Maine Children
Health Care Services
Last Action
CARRIED OVER, in the same posture, to any special or regular session of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order SP 800.
6/25/2025