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

SB 742: 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 March 26, 2025: Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Health and Welfare Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 742 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on February 4, 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: Ken Yager (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 26, 2025): Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Health and Welfare Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Ken Yager (Republican).