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ME LD806

Bill

Status

Passed

5/21/2025

Primary Sponsor

Anne-Marie Mastraccio

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Origin

House of Representatives

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Adds exposing and processing radiographs (dental X-rays) to the scope of practice for expanded function dental assistants in Maine

  • Eliminates the requirement for expanded function dental assistants to obtain a separate license as a dental radiographer to perform radiographic procedures

  • Removes the additional license fee burden previously required for expanded function dental assistants who perform radiographic work

  • Enacted as emergency legislation, taking effect immediately upon the Governor's approval on May 23, 2025

Legislative Description

An Act to Amend the Scope of Practice for Expanded Function Dental Assistants

Health Care Personnel

Last Action

PASSED TO BE ENACTED - Emergency - 2/3 Elected Required, in concurrence.

5/21/2025

Committee Referrals

Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services2/27/2025

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