Bills · S 4008
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 4008Health
Promoting Dental Health Act
INTRO MAR 5· LAST ACTION MAR 5
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it decides whether federal efforts to improve the nation's dental health will continue to be supported financially. If passed, it means programs designed to prevent cavities, gum disease, and other oral health issues will have the green light to seek federal funding from 2027 to 2031.
If this bill does not pass, these programs would lose their specific authorization to receive federal funds after 2026. This could lead to a reduction or cessation of crucial public health initiatives, potentially impacting access to preventative dental care, educational resources, and research, which could in turn affect overall public health and healthcare costs.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
The bill reauthorizes programs related to oral health promotion and disease prevention.
This is the core purpose of the bill, ensuring ongoing federal engagement in dental public health.
PROVISION 02
It updates the funding authorization period for subsection (d)(2) of Section 317M of the Public Health Service Act from '2010 through 2014' to '2027 through 2031'.
This provision specifically extends the funding authority for one component of the oral health programs for a new five-year term.
PROVISION 03
It updates the funding authorization period for subsection (f) of Section 317M of the Public Health Service Act from '2001 through 2005' to '2027 through 2031'.
This provision specifically extends the funding authority for another component of the oral health programs for a new five-year term.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 5
Introduced in Senate
MAR 5
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S887)
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 4008
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 5, 2026
Last actionMar 5, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HEALTH, EDUCATION, LABOR, AND PENSIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 5, 2026
Senate BillS 4008Health
Promoting Dental Health Act
INTRODUCED MAR 5, 2026· LAST ACTION MAR 5, 2026
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