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SB 154FLORIDA · STATEWIDESession 2026dead

Changes to Out-of-State Healthcare License Transfers

Original title: Mobile Opportunity by Interstate Licensure Endorsement Act

March 13, 2026

healthcareprofessional licensingdentistrystate regulation

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The Frame

What this does

The bill establishes stricter educational requirements for out-of-state dentists and dental hygienists seeking to practice in Florida, potentially limiting the pool of eligible practitioners from other states.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Out-of-state dentists and dental hygienists

These professionals must meet specific accreditation standards for their education to qualify for a Florida license by endorsement.

Florida healthcare licensing boards

These boards are granted authority to place conditions on applicants with National Practitioner Data Bank reports.

What changed

Last recorded activity March 13, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

This bill updates the requirements for healthcare professionals moving to Florida who want to use their out-of-state credentials to get a Florida license. It specifically adds new eligibility rules for dentists and dental hygienists and clarifies how the state handles applicants with past disciplinary reports.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does this bill change how Florida handles out-of-state healthcare licenses?
Yes, it updates the eligibility criteria for , specifically adding new educational requirements for dental professionals.
Can I still get a license if I have a report in the National Practitioner Data Bank?
Yes, but the state board may review the report. If the conduct reported would not be a violation in Florida, the board may approve the application, potentially with restrictions or probation.

Why It Matters

The bill establishes stricter educational requirements for out-of-state dentists and dental hygienists seeking to practice in Florida, potentially limiting the pool of eligible practitioners from other states.

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Voting Record

Motion succeededupper11/18/2025openstates_bulkOfficial roll call ↗

Favorable

Total

8

Yes

8

No

0

Present

0

Not Voting

0

Abstain

0

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Discoveries

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Increased scrutiny for dental applicants

The bill introduces a specific accreditation requirement for dental professionals that was not previously detailed in the general MOBILE Act statute.

American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation

Connected Entities

organizationNational Practitioner Data BankMap →
organizationUnited States Department of EducationMap →
organizationFlorida LegislatureMap →
organizationAmerican Dental Association Commission on Dental AccreditationMap →

Sources

Open source document

openstates.org

Analysis Score

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  • Significance65
    How much this matters to a regular citizen
  • Controversy20
    Intensity of disagreement among stakeholders
  • Entertainment5
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  • Buzz10
    Current news / social attention level

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