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Increasing Access to Dental Insurance Act
3/19/2025, 4:06 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1397
Bill 119 HR 1397, also known as the Standalone Dental Plans Act, aims to expand access to dental coverage for individuals enrolled in Federal Exchanges. The bill proposes allowing more individuals to enroll in standalone dental plans offered through these exchanges, providing them with the opportunity to access essential dental care.
Currently, individuals enrolled in Federal Exchanges have limited options when it comes to dental coverage. Many plans do not include dental benefits, leaving individuals without access to important dental services. The Standalone Dental Plans Act seeks to address this issue by allowing more individuals to enroll in standalone dental plans, which specifically focus on providing dental coverage.
By expanding access to standalone dental plans, the bill aims to improve overall oral health outcomes for individuals enrolled in Federal Exchanges. Dental care is an essential component of overall health and well-being, and by providing individuals with access to dental coverage, the bill seeks to ensure that they can receive the care they need to maintain good oral health. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1397 is a step towards improving access to dental care for individuals enrolled in Federal Exchanges. By allowing more individuals to enroll in standalone dental plans, the bill aims to address the current lack of dental coverage options and improve oral health outcomes for those in need.
Currently, individuals enrolled in Federal Exchanges have limited options when it comes to dental coverage. Many plans do not include dental benefits, leaving individuals without access to important dental services. The Standalone Dental Plans Act seeks to address this issue by allowing more individuals to enroll in standalone dental plans, which specifically focus on providing dental coverage.
By expanding access to standalone dental plans, the bill aims to improve overall oral health outcomes for individuals enrolled in Federal Exchanges. Dental care is an essential component of overall health and well-being, and by providing individuals with access to dental coverage, the bill seeks to ensure that they can receive the care they need to maintain good oral health. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1397 is a step towards improving access to dental care for individuals enrolled in Federal Exchanges. By allowing more individuals to enroll in standalone dental plans, the bill aims to address the current lack of dental coverage options and improve oral health outcomes for those in need.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1397
Bill HR 1397 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 18, 2025. Bill HR 1397 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 18, 2025. Bill HR 1397's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of February 18, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1397
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
3Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1397
Primary Policy Focus
HealthAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1397
To allow additional individuals to enroll in standalone dental plans offered through Federal Exchanges.
To allow additional individuals to enroll in standalone dental plans offered through Federal Exchanges.
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