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Improved Dental Care Access for Children and Pregnant Women

This act aims to enhance access to dental care for children and certain pregnant women covered by the CHIP health insurance program. It eliminates financial limits on dental services, meaning families won't have to worry about exhausting their dental treatment allowance. Additionally, the act mandates comprehensive dental coverage for children, expanding the scope of available benefits.
Key points
No annual or lifetime financial limits on dental treatment for children and certain pregnant women under CHIP.
Mandatory comprehensive dental coverage for children under CHIP, expanding the range of available services.
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Additional Information
Ensuring Kids Have Access to Medically Necessary Dental Care Act
Print number: HR 1792
Sponsor: Rep. Barragan, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44]
Process start date: 2021-03-11
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Improved Dental Care Access for Children and Pregnant Women

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 1792.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • No annual or lifetime financial limits on dental treatment for children and certain pregnant women under CHIP.
  • Mandatory comprehensive dental coverage for children under CHIP, expanding the range of available services.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Barragan, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 1792

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