Legislators
Bills
Statements
Lobbying
Travel
Searching...- Bills
- H.R.4439
H.R.4439: Medicaid Dental Benefit Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 117th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced July 16, 2021
- Latest Major Action July 19, 2021
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
9 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - July 16, 2021
Bill Summary
Medicaid Dental Benefit Act This bill requires state Medicaid programs to cover dental and oral health services for adults. It also increases the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (i.e., federal matching rate) for such services. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services must develop oral health quality and equity measures and conduct outreach relating to such coverage. Additionally, the Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| July 19, 2021 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
|
| July 16, 2021 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
|
| July 16, 2021 |
Introduced in the House by Nanette Barragán (D-Calif.) |