Rep. Amy L. Grant supports SB3211, backing teledentistry for initial dental evaluations

Rep. Amy L. Grant (R-47th) cast a Yes vote for SB3211—a bill allowing initial dental exams via teledentistry—during the 104th General Assembly on May 31, 2026, based on the Illinois House. The measure cleared the House with a 116-0 unanimous vote.

As summarized by the bill's official description, it centers on: "TELEDENTISTRY EXAMINATIONS."

The details below are derived from the precise bill language and include clarifications for better understanding of the bill’s intents.

This legislation updates the Illinois Dental Practice Act’s teledentistry guidelines by authorizing initial examinations for new dental patients—except those seeking orthodontic care—to be performed through teledentistry, provided the dentist establishes a legitimate dentist-patient relationship after confirming the patient’s health history, identity, and in-state presence. The law still requires face-to-face initial assessments for orthodontic cases and stipulates that an in-person clinical evaluation must precede any irreversible procedures or interventions. Dentists maintaining ongoing patient relationships must make a strong recommendation for an in-person visit at least annually.

For SB3211, the documented status was 'Third Reading - Short Debate - Passed'.

Grant earned a BS from the University of Pittsburgh in 1980.

A Republican, Grant began representing the 47th House District in 2023 after succeeding former state representative Deanne Mazzochi.

The Illinois legislative process involves a series of steps starting with bill introduction in either chamber, followed by committee consideration, deliberation and voting on the floor of both the House and Senate, and finally consideration by the governor, who may sign or reject legislation. The General Assembly runs on a biennial timeline, and while many bills are proposed in each session, only a minority completes the process to become law.