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MI HB4594

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

2/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jasper Martus

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Origin

House of Representatives

103rd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Prohibits use of the title "dental specialist" except by individuals authorized under Michigan's Public Health Code to use restricted dental professional terms
  • Adds "dental specialist" to the existing list of restricted titles that includes dentist, orthodontist, periodontist, dental hygienist, dental therapist, and related credentials
  • Takes effect 90 days after enactment, contingent on House Bill No. 4593 of the 103rd Legislature also being enacted into law
  • Amends section 16605 of the Public Health Code (1978 PA 368), which governs restricted use of dental professional titles and abbreviations

Legislative Description

Health occupations: dentists; use of the title "dental specialist"; prohibit. Amends sec. 16605 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16605). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4593'25

State agencies (existing): licensing and regulatory affairs

Last Action

Referred To Committee On Health Policy

3/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Health Policy3/4/2026
Health Policy6/10/2025

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