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Introduced
02/07/2025
02/07/2025
In Committee
04/23/2025
04/23/2025
Crossed Over
04/09/2025
04/09/2025
Passed
08/01/2025
08/01/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
08/01/2025
08/01/2025
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Reinserts the provisions of the introduced bill with the following changes. In provisions concerning the necessity for the licensure of dentists, provides that, if an applicant neglects, fails without an approved excuse, or refuses to take the next available examination offered for licensure under the Act, the fee paid by the applicant shall be forfeited to the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and the application shall expire (rather than shall be denied). In provisions concerning the required examination for licensure as a dentist and provisions concerning the required examination for dental hygienists, provides that, if an applicant fails to pass an examination for licensure under the Act within 3 years after filing an application, the application shall expire 3 years after the date the application was filed (rather than shall be denied). In provisions concerning persons who are licensed to practice dentistry in another state, provides that, if an applicant for substantial equivalence does not complete the application process in 3 years, the applicant's application shall expire 3 years after the date of submission of the application (rather than shall be denied). In provisions concerning third-party financing for dental services, provides that "agent of a dentist" means a person or company that is permitted, authorized, or contracted to act on behalf of a dentist or dental office (instead of on behalf of or with a dentist or dental office). Provides that the changes to the Regulatory Sunset Act are effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill makes several modifications to the Illinois Dental Practice Act, primarily focusing on administrative and licensing procedures. The key provisions include changing how license applications and examinations are processed, updating definitions, and extending the repeal date for the Act. Specifically, if an applicant fails to take an examination or complete the application process within three years, their application will now expire rather than be denied, giving applicants more flexibility. The bill also adds a new requirement for applicants and licensees to provide and maintain a valid address and email address with the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Additionally, the bill modifies the definition of an "agent of a dentist" in provisions related to third-party financing for dental services. The changes aim to streamline administrative processes, provide more clarity in licensing requirements, and ensure that dentists and dental hygienists can more easily maintain their professional status. The bill also extends the repeal date for the Illinois Dental Practice Act from January 1, 2026, to January 1, 2031, ensuring continued regulation of dental practices in the state.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Labor and Employment
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Public Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0151 (on 08/01/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2492&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB2492enr.htm |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB2492eng.htm |
| Senate Amendment 001 | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB2492sam001.htm |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB2492.htm |
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