North Dakota 2026 1st Special Session

North Dakota House Bill HB1567

Caption

AN ACT to provide for a legislative management study relating to dental and oral health care status among Medicaid recipients and workforce support to improve access for low-income children, Native American children, and individuals with disabilities.

Summary

House Bill No. 1567 mandates a legislative management study to assess the dental and oral health care needs of Medicaid recipients, particularly focusing on low-income children, Native American children, and individuals with disabilities. The study aims to evaluate the current status of dental care access, identify barriers, and explore potential solutions to improve service delivery. Key areas of investigation include Medicaid reimbursement rates, provider enrollment challenges, and the feasibility of partnerships with tribal health organizations.

Impact

If enacted, this bill will lead to a comprehensive review of dental health care access for vulnerable populations in North Dakota. It will likely result in recommendations for legislative changes aimed at improving Medicaid dental services, enhancing workforce support, and potentially increasing funding for dental care initiatives. The findings could influence future policies regarding dental health care delivery and provider incentives in the state.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HB1567 appears to be largely positive, as evidenced by the strong support in both the House and Senate votes, with minimal opposition. Legislators have expressed a commitment to addressing the dental health disparities faced by low-income and Native American communities, indicating a recognition of the importance of this issue.

Contention

While there is broad support for the bill, some contention may arise regarding the allocation of resources and the prioritization of dental health services within the broader Medicaid framework. Concerns may also be raised about the feasibility of implementing the proposed recommendations, particularly in rural areas where access to dental care is already limited.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

ND HB1567

AN ACT to provide for a legislative management study relating to dental and oral health care status among Medicaid recipients and workforce support to improve access for low-income children, Native American children, and individuals with disabilities.

ND SB2176

The children's cabinet; and to provide for a legislative management report.

ND HB1549

Offenders released from the department of corrections and rehabilitation; to provide for a statement of legislative intent; to provide for a legislative management study; and to provide for a legislative management report.

ND HB1012

Leases of department of health and human services property, substance use disorder treatment program, basic care payment rates, state of residence for child care assistance, opioid settlement advisory committee, and children's cabinet; to provide for a transfer; to authorize a line of credit; to provide legislative intent; to provide for a legislative management study; to provide an application; to provide an exemption; to provide for a report; and to provide an effective date.

ND SB2280

Prior authorization for health insurance; to provide for a legislative management study; to provide for a legislative management report; and to provide an effective date.

ND SCR4019

A concurrent resolution directing the Legislative Management to consider studying reading and mathematics proficiency rates among students in the state with disabilities and the effectiveness of current educational policies, programs, and resource allocations in addressing any disparities.

ND HB1410

AN ACT to provide for a legislative management study regarding a review of state laws relating to criminal conduct against children.

ND HB1097

AN ACT to provide for a legislative management study regarding accessibility of government services for individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have hearing differences.

ND SB2261

A prison industries workforce development income tax credit; to provide for a legislative management study; and to provide an effective date.

ND SB2249

AN ACT to provide for a legislative management study relating to health care mandates.

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