Bill > A03894

This bill expands the legal definition of dental practice to include administering vaccinations for influenza, COVID-19 (specifically SARS-CoV-2), and vaccinations related to declared public health emergencies. Currently, dentistry is defined as diagnosing, treating, and operating on diseases and conditions in the oral and maxillofacial area. The proposed amendment adds vaccination administration to a dentist's scope of practice, explicitly authorizing them to give shots for specific infectious diseases. Additionally, the bill requires dentists who administer these vaccinations to be registered as authorized users and to report the vaccinations according to requirements outlined in section 2168 of the public health law. By broadening the definition of dental practice, the bill aims to increase vaccination accessibility by allowing dentists to serve as additional healthcare providers who can administer important immunizations. The legislation will take effect 180 days after becoming law, providing time for implementation and potential regulatory guidance.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3894