Bill · H.R. 7931· House(119-HR-7931)

IDA Act of 2026

Age: 73 years

New Jersey

Introduced: 3/12/2026
Last activity: 3/12/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsored by: Jefferson Van Drew
Cosponsors: - 8 - 7

Health

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the ``Improving Dental Administration Act of 2026,'' seeks to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974. The primary goal is to exempt certain State laws related to dental benefits from federal preemption. This includes laws regarding the administration of these benefits. The change would take effect 18 months after the paragraph is enacted. These exemptions apply as long as the State laws do not conflict with certain federal titles.

Yes· 3 of 5

Does this leave more decisions to the states?+5
The bill explicitly grants states more authority over the administration of dental benefits by exempting their laws from federal preemption.
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+3
By exempting certain state dental laws from federal preemption, states can more effectively administer dental care policies.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+2
Increased state control over dental benefit administration may lead to more localized and accessible dental coverage options.