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MS HB431
Bill
Status
Passed
2/23/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Felsher
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AI Summary
- Dental hygienists employed by the State Board of Health or public school boards may perform oral hygiene instruction, screening, and fluoride varnish application under general supervision without meeting the standard five-year experience and other practice requirements
- Dental hygienists making public demonstrations of dental hygiene for educational purposes may do so under general supervision without the typical restrictions that apply to clinical practice
- Standard general supervision requirements include 5 years/6,000 hours of practice experience, CPR certification, patient examination by dentist within 7 months, written treatment protocols, and limits of 10 consecutive business days
- The bill takes effect immediately upon passage and amends Section 73-9-5 of the Mississippi Code of 1972
Legislative Description
Dental hygienists; those employed by SDH or making educational demonstrations may practice under general supervision.
Last Action
Approved by Governor
2/23/2026
Committee Referrals
Public Health and Welfare1/28/2026
Public Health and Human Services1/12/2026
Full Bill Text
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