Dental Care for Our Troops Act

3/12/2024, 6:49 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
The Dental Care for Our Troops Act, also known as Bill 118 s 2046, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide comprehensive dental care to members of the military and their families.

If passed, the Dental Care for Our Troops Act would ensure that all active duty service members, as well as their dependents, have access to necessary dental services. This includes preventive care, restorative treatments, and emergency procedures. The bill aims to improve the overall oral health of military personnel and their families, as well as reduce the financial burden of dental care for these individuals.

The Dental Care for Our Troops Act has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of ensuring that members of the military have access to quality dental care. Proponents of the bill argue that providing comprehensive dental services to service members and their families is not only a matter of national security, but also a moral obligation to those who sacrifice so much for our country. Overall, the Dental Care for Our Troops Act seeks to address the dental health needs of military personnel and their families, and ensure that they receive the care they deserve. It is currently under review in Congress, and its fate will be determined by lawmakers in the coming months.
Congress
118

Number
S - 2046

Introduced on
2023-06-20

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/20/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
The Dental Care for Our Troops Act, also known as Bill 118 s 2046, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide comprehensive dental care to members of the military and their families.

If passed, the Dental Care for Our Troops Act would ensure that all active duty service members, as well as their dependents, have access to necessary dental services. This includes preventive care, restorative treatments, and emergency procedures. The bill aims to improve the overall oral health of military personnel and their families, as well as reduce the financial burden of dental care for these individuals.

The Dental Care for Our Troops Act has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of ensuring that members of the military have access to quality dental care. Proponents of the bill argue that providing comprehensive dental services to service members and their families is not only a matter of national security, but also a moral obligation to those who sacrifice so much for our country. Overall, the Dental Care for Our Troops Act seeks to address the dental health needs of military personnel and their families, and ensure that they receive the care they deserve. It is currently under review in Congress, and its fate will be determined by lawmakers in the coming months.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to eliminate certain charges under the TRICARE dental program for members of the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

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Recent Activity

Latest Action6/20/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.