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Oral Health Literacy: New Public Education Campaign

This new act establishes a nationwide public education campaign to boost citizens' understanding of oral health and its importance. The goal is to raise awareness about preventing dental and gum diseases, potentially leading to better health outcomes and lower treatment costs for many.
Key points
The government will launch a public information campaign on oral health, integrated into various health programs.
The campaign will focus on education about preventing diseases like tooth decay, gum disease, and oral cancer.
Information will be tailored for specific groups, including children, pregnant women, the elderly, and minority populations.
Funding of $750,000 annually is authorized for fiscal years 2023-2027 to support the campaign.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5073
Sponsor: Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM]
Process start date: 2022-10-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Oral Health Literacy and Awareness Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5073.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-10-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government will launch a public information campaign on oral health, integrated into various health programs.
  • The campaign will focus on education about preventing diseases like tooth decay, gum disease, and oral cancer.
  • Information will be tailored for specific groups, including children, pregnant women, the elderly, and minority populations.
  • Funding of $750,000 annually is authorized for fiscal years 2023-2027 to support the campaign.
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 Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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