S. 5091 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2026
S. 5091 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Jul 22, 2026, sponsored by Angela D. Alsobrooks.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jul 22, 2026
- Co-sponsors
- 0
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Medicaid Dental Benefit Act of 2026 This bill requires state Medicaid programs to cover dental and oral health services for adults. It also increases the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (i.e., federal matching rate) for such services. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services must develop oral health quality and equity measures and conduct outreach relating to such coverage.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 22, 2026
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Jul 22, 2026)
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