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ME LD23
Bill
AI Summary
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Extends from 24 months to 48 months the period during which a legal guardian or personal representative may contract with another dentist to continue operating a deceased or incapacitated dentist's practice
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Practice operations may continue until the practice is sold or the 48-month period expires, whichever occurs first
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Enacted as emergency legislation due to Maine's dentist shortage, taking effect immediately upon gubernatorial approval on May 29, 2025
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Amends 13 MRSA §732, sub-§5, which governs professional service corporations for dental practices
Legislative Description
An Act to Extend the Period of Time a Dentist May Operate the Practice of a Deceased or Incapacitated Dentist
Health Care Personnel
Last Action
PASSED TO BE ENACTED - Emergency - 2/3 Elected Required, in concurrence.
5/27/2025