Efforts to educate lawmakers are highlighted in 2024’s yearly review of the ADA’s lobbying efforts on Capitol Hill, with the Administration, and in the state legislatures around the country. The ¸£Àû¼§ÊÓÆµis proud to introduce or advocate for over 150 bills or regulations during the second session of the 118th Congress. Some notable accomplishments in 2024 include efforts to expand the oral health care workforce, enhance access to care for underserved populations including veterans, and improve the dental insurance landscape.
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America’s leading oral health advocate — fighting for what matters to you and your patients.

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The ¸£Àû¼§ÊÓÆµis advocating for the profession and public. Find out how we’re pursuing changes for you.
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Featured issues
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ADPAC
Guiding oral health policy that matters.
Advancing laws across the country with state-level advocacy.
Making dental insurance work better for dentists and their patients.
Recruiting and retaining a robust dental workforce. New licensure compact information.
Prioritizing tax policies affecting dentists and dentistry.
Overcoming the financial and administrative barriers to dental care.
Preventing oral disease through community-based interventions like fluoridation programs.
Prioritizing critical financial support for the country’s oral health innovation and research.
Leading oral health advocacy on Capitol Hill.
Advocacy in action
The ¸£Àû¼§ÊÓÆµis utilizing science and research while raising awareness on Capitol Hill about key aspects critical to improving oral health. The ¸£Àû¼§ÊÓÆµprovides key information necessary to advocate for change.
Current ¸£Àû¼§ÊÓÆµpolicies
View the major policies adopted by the ¸£Àû¼§ÊÓÆµHouse of Delegates.
2024 Legislative and Regulatory Accomplishments
Grassroots Action Center
Take action on critical legislation affecting oral health and dental care.
The ¸£Àû¼§ÊÓÆµHouse
Book your next private event at the historic ¸£Àû¼§ÊÓÆµHouse, 137 C Street, SE on Capitol Hill.



