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AB 1307: Licensed Dentists from Mexico Pilot Program.
What AB 1307 does, verified September 3, 2026
The bill would establish a new licensed dentists from Mexico pilot program, replacing the existing program. This new program would require the state dental board to issue a 3-year nonrenewable license to practice dentistry to applicants who meet specific criteria. The program would be administered by representatives from a federally qualified health center and would require participants to work only for these centers that meet certain conditions. The program would also require the centers to meet specific requirements. An evaluation of the program would be required to be conducted one year after its commencement, and would include specific information.
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Last action: Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (Ayes 77. Noes 1.). (2026-08-31)Alert me
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| Aug. 31, 2026 | Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (Ayes 77. Noes 1.). |
| Aug. 31, 2026 | In Assembly. Concurrence in Senate amendments pending. |
| Aug. 31, 2026 | Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Assembly. (Ayes 39. Noes 0.). |
| Aug. 30, 2026 | Read second time. Ordered to third reading. |
| Aug. 28, 2026 | Read third time and amended. Ordered to second reading. |