HR 2704 · 93th Congress · Armed Forces and National Security

A bill to amend chapter 55 of title 10 to provide additional dental care for dependents of active duty members of the uniformed services.

Introduced 1973-01-23· Sponsored by Rep. Leggett, Robert L. [D-CA-4]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on Armed Services.(1973-01-23)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Provides necessary dental care for dependents of active duty members of the uniformed services. Provides for payment by the Government of dental fees over $25 or over $10 for those under 15 years of age. Sets guidelines as to the deductible provisions of insurance plans to cover the dental expense and provides that the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of HEW are to determine by joint regulation the amounts to be paid within these guidelines by the members in the various grades. Provides that such charges may not exceed 35 percent of the total charges for the types of care covered.…

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