Bill > H5540

This resolution proclaims February 2025 as "Children's Dental Health Month" in Rhode Island, building upon the American Dental Association's long-standing tradition of highlighting children's oral health since 1949. The resolution emphasizes critical issues surrounding children's dental care, including the prevalence of childhood cavities affecting over 74% of children who have not seen a dentist by age one, and the existing barriers to oral health equity. It supports the 2025 theme "Brushing Fights Cavities" and acknowledges previous legislative efforts like the 2015 Public Health Dental Hygienist bill to improve dental care access. The resolution calls for continued collaborative efforts between the state, community stakeholders, and dental professionals to expand dental care access and promote oral health education in educational environments. As a symbolic gesture, it directs the Secretary of State to send a certified copy of the resolution to the Rhode Island Dental Association's Executive Director, underscoring the importance of raising awareness about children's dental health and encouraging preventive care practices.

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