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OK SB1831

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Julie McIntosh

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Replaces multiple accepted dental licensing exams (CDCA, Western Regional Examining Board, and other Board-approved regional exams) with a single requirement for the American Board of Dental Examiners (ADEX) exam for individuals seeking patient treatment authorization

  • Changes dental assistant supervision requirements from "direct visual supervision" to "general direct or direct visual supervision" for procedures under the State Dental Act

  • Maintains existing emergency temporary license provisions allowing 30-day licenses (extendable up to 90 days) for dentists and temporary licenses for dental hygienists and military spouses

  • Effective date: November 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Practice of dentistry; modifying certain exams; modifying certain supervision requirement. Effective date.

Last Action

Coauthored by Representative Newton (principal House author)

2/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Health and Human Services2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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