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Oral Health Literacy and Awareness Act: New Public Education Campaign

This Act amends the Public Health Service Act to authorize a public education campaign across relevant Health Resources and Services Administration programs. The goal is to increase oral health literacy and awareness. The campaign will focus on evidence-based strategies for preventing diseases like caries, periodontal disease, and oral cancer, tailoring messages in a culturally and linguistically appropriate manner to specific populations, including children, pregnant women, and the elderly.
Key points
Establishment of a public education campaign to increase awareness of oral health (e.g., prevention of caries and oral cancer).
The campaign will target specific populations, such as children, pregnant women, the elderly, and ethnic minorities, using culturally and linguistically appropriate methods.
Authorization of appropriations of $750,000 annually for fiscal years 2023 through 2027 to carry out this section.
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Print number: 118_HR_994
Sponsor: Rep. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29]
Process start date: 2023-02-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Oral Health Literacy and Awareness Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_994.

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 2023-02-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a public education campaign to increase awareness of oral health (e.g., prevention of caries and oral cancer).
  • The campaign will target specific populations, such as children, pregnant women, the elderly, and ethnic minorities, using culturally and linguistically appropriate methods.
  • Authorization of appropriations of $750,000 annually for fiscal years 2023 through 2027 to carry out this section.
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. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29].

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 2025-12-30.

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