Establishes the Interstate Dental and Dental Hygiene Licensure Compact

SB 1533 would create a compact allowing dentists and dental hygienists to practice across participating states without obtaining separate licenses in each. It establishes mutual recognition of licenses between states that join the compact, eliminating the need for duplicate exams or paperwork when moving between member states. This directly affects dental professionals seeking to work in multiple states, streamlining their ability to practice. The bill is currently in committee review after its first reading in January 2026.