HB2556In Committee

Amends TCA Title 4; Title 56; Title 63, Chapter 5; Title 68 and Title 71.

Tennessee HB2556 amends the residency and practice requirements for dental hygienist members appointed to the Board of Dentistry, increasing the required period from at least five years to at least six years for those appointed on or after July 1, 2026. This change specifically affects the qualifications for dental hygienist board members. The bill aims to ensure that appointees have a longer period of experience and residency in the state prior to their appointment.

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Overview

Tennessee HB2556 amends the residency and practice requirements for dental hygienist members appointed to the Board of Dentistry, increasing the required period from at least five years to at least six years for those appointed on or after July 1, 2026. This change specifically affects the qualifications for dental hygienist board members. The bill aims to ensure that appointees have a longer period of experience and residency in the state prior to their appointment.

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Sponsor

Lamberth, William

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

February 3, 2026

Last Action

March 18, 2026

Taken off notice for cal in s/c Health Subcommittee of Health Committee

Subjects
Dentists and DentistryMedical OccupationsHealth Care

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