Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill

HB 643: Dentists and Dentistry - As introduced, requires the commissioner of health to create programs designed to enhance access to dental services in rural and underserved areas subject to the approval of the commissioner of finance and administration. - Amends TCA Title 63, Chapter 5 and Title 68.

In committee Last action February 10, 2025: Assigned to s/c Health Subcommittee

Plain-language summary

HB 643 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on February 3, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Dentists and Dentistry - As introduced, requires the commissioner of health to create programs designed to enhance access to dental services in rural and underserved areas subject to the approval of the commissioner of finance and administration. - Amends TCA Title 63, Chapter 5 and Title 68. Primary sponsor: Michele Carringer (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 10, 2025): Assigned to s/c Health Subcommittee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Michele Carringer (Republican).