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Committee advances SB1311 to let unlicensed dental assistants meet infection‑control requirements via approved courses or an exam
Summary
SB1311 would let unlicensed dental assistants comply with infection‑control requirements either by passing the Dental Assisting National Board infection‑control exam or completing approved courses. Supporters argued it improves workforce access; some dentists urged amendments to require hands‑on training.
Chair presented SB1311 as an update to the Dental Practice Act that would allow unlicensed dental assistants to meet infection‑control requirements by completing either the Dental Assisting National Board infection‑control exam or an approved course. The Chair said proposed technical amendments in the analysis would be accepted.
Lawrence Gain, speaking for…
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