Lawmakers Hear Proposal to Protect Patients Who Refuse Routine Dental X‑rays
Representative Mike Drago told the committee HB 1286 would prevent dentists or licensing boards from penalizing clinicians who honor a patient's informed refusal of routine radiographs; he framed the proposal as protecting informed consent and reducing radiation exposure for children and young adults.
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Representative Mike Drago opened testimony on House Bill 1286, calling it the "X‑ray Ultimatum Bill" and saying many patients are forced to accept routine dental radiographs to obtain routine cleanings. Drago told the committee he and his family faced repeated demands for X‑rays and framed the bill as a way to preserve patient choice and reduce unnecessary radiation exposure, especially for children and young adults. "Every time you go to the dentist and you're forced an x‑ray, you're denied your informed consent," Drago said.
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