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To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a grant program for addressing dental workforce needs.
5/23/2026, 8:07 AM
Summary of Bill HR 2001
Bill 119 HR 2001, also known as the Dental Workforce Reauthorization Act, aims to amend the Public Health Service Act in order to reauthorize a grant program that addresses the needs of the dental workforce. The grant program provides funding to support initiatives that improve access to dental care, particularly in underserved communities.
The bill recognizes the importance of a strong dental workforce in promoting overall public health and seeks to ensure that there are enough trained professionals to meet the needs of all Americans. By reauthorizing the grant program, the bill aims to continue supporting efforts to recruit, train, and retain dental professionals, especially in areas where there is a shortage of providers.
The Dental Workforce Reauthorization Act is a bipartisan effort to address a critical issue in healthcare and public health. By providing funding for workforce development initiatives, the bill aims to improve access to dental care for all Americans, regardless of their location or socioeconomic status. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2001 is an important piece of legislation that seeks to strengthen the dental workforce and improve access to care for underserved populations. It reflects a commitment to promoting public health and ensuring that all Americans have access to the dental services they need.
The bill recognizes the importance of a strong dental workforce in promoting overall public health and seeks to ensure that there are enough trained professionals to meet the needs of all Americans. By reauthorizing the grant program, the bill aims to continue supporting efforts to recruit, train, and retain dental professionals, especially in areas where there is a shortage of providers.
The Dental Workforce Reauthorization Act is a bipartisan effort to address a critical issue in healthcare and public health. By providing funding for workforce development initiatives, the bill aims to improve access to dental care for all Americans, regardless of their location or socioeconomic status. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2001 is an important piece of legislation that seeks to strengthen the dental workforce and improve access to care for underserved populations. It reflects a commitment to promoting public health and ensuring that all Americans have access to the dental services they need.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2001
Bill HR 2001 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 10, 2025. Bill HR 2001 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 10, 2025. Bill HR 2001's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 44 - 0. as of May 21, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2001
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
10Democrat Cosponsors
7Republican Cosponsors
3Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2001
Primary Policy Focus
HealthAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2001
To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a grant program for addressing dental workforce needs.
To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a grant program for addressing dental workforce needs.
Comments
Abram Cohen
868
11 hours ago
I oppose this bill as it will not directly benefit me or my community in FL. The short term affects of this bill are unclear and may not have a significant impact on dental workforce needs.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2001
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