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S 5099 United States Senate · 119th Congress

A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a grant program for addressing dental workforce needs.

This bill proposes to increase funding for a federal grant program designed to address shortages in the dental workforce. Specifically, it would raise the annual budget allocation from $13.9 million to $15 million for the years 2027 through 2031. The funds are intended to remain available until they are spent, supporting initiatives that help train and recruit dental professionals.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases federal funding for a dental workforce grant program, directly advancing the topic of government spending and appropriations.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases funding for a dental workforce grant program to address shortages and improve access to dental care.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill increases funding to address dental workforce shortages, directly supporting labor supply and employment stability in the healthcare sector.85% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jul 2026
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Introduced Jul 23, 2026 Last action Jul 23, 2026
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Jul 23, 2026
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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Jul 23, 2026
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor

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Photo of Cory A. Booker
Cory A. Booker
DDemocratic
NJ
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Photo of Ted Budd
Ted Budd
RRepublican
NC
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