Advocacy Activity
Every year, dozens of new bills are discussed in the state Legislature and Congress that can affect oral health, your patients and your practice. It’s important to take the time to learn about the issues CDA is addressing in Sacramento and the federal issues ADA is handling in Washington, D.C.
Recent Efforts
April 15, 2025
To: Chair Mia Bonta, Assembly Health Committee
Re: AB 350 (Bonta): Health Care Coverage: Fluoride Treatment – CO-SPONSOR
April 11, 2025
To: Chair Angelique Ashby, Senate Business, Professions and Economic Development Committee
Re: SB 351 (Cabaldon): Private Equity in Health Care – CO-SPONSER
March 19, 2025
To: Chair Caroline Menjivar, Senate Health Committee
Re: SB 386 (Limón): Restricting Predatory Dental Plan Payment Practices – SPONSOR
March 19, 2025
To: Chair Marc Berman, Assembly Business and Professions Committee
Re: AB 873 (Alanis): Dental Assistant Infection Control Training – SPONSOR
March 17, 2025
To: Chair Mia Bonta, Assembly Health Committee
Re: AB 371 (Haney): Dental Coverage – SPONSOR
Grassroots Advocacy
Change begins at the local level. You do not need to be an expert in politics to make a difference. Elected officials in Sacramento, Washington, D.C. and locally throughout California want to hear from their constituents, and your stories can make a difference for legislators facing tough decisions on complicated health care issues.
Get Involved
Every cause needs powerful champions to advocate on its behalf. You can help shape the future of dentistry and work toward political change by taking a leadership position. CDA can provide the tools you need to be an effective key contact for your district representatives. Click the link below to learn more about how you can get involved in grassroots advocacy with CDA.
Component Legislative Committee Overview