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December 17, 2025

National Conference of Insurance Legislators Approve Amended Dental Reform Model Bill

Dec 17, 2025
At its Annual Meeting in November the Health Insurance and Long-Term Care Issues Committee of the National Conference of Insurance Legislators (NCOIL) passed an amended Dental Reform Model Law.

Congress Leaves EPTC Extension Unresolved Ahead of Year-End Break

Dec 17, 2025
The fate of the enhanced premium tax credits (EPTCs) for Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace plans is front and center on Capitol Hill this month. On December 11, the Senate failed to advance a bill that would provide a clean three-year extension of the EPTCs, which are set to expire on December 31, 2025.

Support the AGD Advocacy Fund

Dec 17, 2025
The AGD Advocacy Fund supports national and constituent advocacy efforts by providing resources to tackle new matters, such as legislation or legal action affecting the practice of general dentistry.

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