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Easier Access to Standalone Dental Insurance

This bill aims to make it easier for citizens to access dental insurance. Under this proposal, individuals seeking dental insurance on federal exchanges will no longer be required to also purchase a full health insurance plan. This means greater flexibility and potentially lower costs for those who only need dental coverage.
Key points
Ability to purchase standalone dental insurance on federal exchanges without needing a full health insurance plan.
Greater freedom of choice for citizens regarding dental coverage.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9567
Sponsor: Rep. Curtis, John R. [R-UT-3]
Process start date: 2022-12-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Increasing Access to Dental Insurance Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9567.

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 2022-12-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ability to purchase standalone dental insurance on federal exchanges without needing a full health insurance plan.
  • Greater freedom of choice for citizens regarding dental coverage.
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. Curtis, John R. [R-UT-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Health