The bill is sponsored by Senator Dick Dever (R-Bismarck).
Dental hygienists in North Dakota are currently allowed to perform preventative services, but this legislation would expand their capabilities to include simple procedures such as fillings and extraction.
The bill is set to be heard by the Senate Human Services Committee on Tuesday.
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