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Dental Clinical Hand-Skill Amendment Passes!

Dental Clinical Hand-Skill Amendment Passes!

You Did It! This afternoon, the House Government Organization Committee voted to include the clinical hand-skills amendment into the Governor’s Universal Licensing Bill SB 458. But it was not unanimous. Special Thanks Please thank Dr. Bill Klenk, President of the WV...

Legislative Session Ended Saturday

Legislative Session Ended Saturday

As you have heard me say before, “If your profession doesn’t take part in politics, politics will take your profession apart!” The WVDA is grateful for all the legislative engagement and support our members provided over the past 60 days! Legislation of Interest to...

WVDA WINS BIG FOR THE DENTAL PROFESSION IN WV!

WVDA WINS BIG FOR THE DENTAL PROFESSION IN WV!

We did it! Today the Senate accepted the amended SB 458 - Governor’s Universal Licensing Bill, preserving the requirement for passage of a clinical hand skill exam (ADEX) prior to licensing dentists and hygienists in West Virginia. Hallie has spoken directly with...

Dentists, Your Help Advocating Is Needed 2 More Times!

Dentists, Your Help Advocating Is Needed 2 More Times!

Immediate Action: House Vote on SB 458 Amendment Tomorrow, the House will vote on the amendment for SB 458 that contains our clinical hand-skills requirement. What You Can Do Please take a minute and CALL your House members, asking them to: “Support the clinical...

Dental Clinical Hand-Skill Amendment Passes!

Dental Clinical Hand-Skill Amendment Passes!

You Did It! This afternoon, the House Government Organization Committee voted to include the clinical hand-skills amendment into the Governor’s Universal Licensing Bill SB 458. But it was not unanimous. Special Thanks Please take a moment to thank Dr. Bill Klenk,...

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