Action for Dental Health Act

H.R. 2001

Jul 2, 2026

H.R. 2001

Jul 2, 2026

Summary

Continues a grant program to help with dental worker needs by providing $15 million each year from 2026 through 2030.

What problem does this solve?

Funding for a program that supports the dental workforce was set to end, which could leave many areas without enough dental care. This bill provides new funding of $15 million per year for five years to keep the program going.

What does this bill do?

Reauthorizes and funds dental health grants

Amends the Public Health Service Act to provide $15,000,000 for each fiscal year from 2026 through 2030 for a grant program addressing dental workforce needs.

Who does this affect?

Dental health professionals
Underserved communities

What is the real world impact?

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Improves access to dental care

Ensures that grant programs can continue to train and place dental professionals in communities that have a shortage of them, helping more people get the dental care they need.

When does this start?

The new funding for the grant program would start in fiscal year 2026 and continue through 2030.