Dental Care for Our Troops Act

Dental Care for Our Troops Act

This bill allows the Department of Defense (DOD) to establish a premium-free dental plan for members of the Selected Reserve. Participants in this dental plan may not be charged copays for services covered by the plan. (Current law requires DOD to offer a dental plan to members of the Selected Reserve, but the plan has premiums and copays.)

Bill 117 HR 8113, also known as the Dental Care for Our Troops Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide comprehensive dental care to members of the military and their families.

The bill aims to address the issue of inadequate dental care for service members and their loved ones by expanding access to dental services through the Department of Defense. This includes providing preventive and restorative dental care, as well as emergency dental services for military personnel and their dependents.

Additionally, the Dental Care for Our Troops Act seeks to improve the quality of dental care provided to service members by requiring the Department of Defense to establish and maintain dental clinics on military bases. These clinics would be staffed by qualified dental professionals who are trained to provide specialized care to military personnel. Overall, the goal of Bill 117 HR 8113 is to ensure that members of the military and their families have access to high-quality dental care that meets their unique needs. By expanding access to dental services and improving the quality of care provided, this legislation aims to support the overall health and well-being of our service members and their loved ones.