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Dental Laboratory Program Implementation Update 

House Bill 2594 (2025) created the Dental Laboratory Program within the Health Licensing Office (HLO). The bill establishes an operational date of July 1, 2026. 

The HLO is currently in the rulemaking process for implementation of the program. However, permanent administrative rules will not be in effect by July 1, 2026. As part of the rulemaking process, proposed fees are subject to review pursuant to ORS 291.055 by the Director of the Oregon Department of Administrative Services. 

Until permanent rules are filed and effective, the HLO is unable to begin accepting applications or collecting fees for Dental Laboratory authorizations. 

For this reason, the HLO will begin accepting applications and fees after permanent rules become effective. Additional information regarding application availability and program implementation timelines will be communicated as updates become available. 

Limited Waiver of Enforcement 

To support implementation of the new program, the HLO will exercise enforcement discretion during a limited transition period. 

From July 1, 2026, through September 30, 2026, the HLO will not impose discipline solely for operating a dental laboratory in Oregon without an HLO-issued authorization where authorization is required. 

This temporary waiver applies to:

• Dental laboratories operating in Oregon that are required to obtain authorization under ORS 679.700 through 679.720; and
• Exempt dental laboratories that are required to submit an annual filing with the HLO under ORS 679.705. 

This limited waiver applies only to authorization requirements associated with program implementation and does not waive compliance with any other applicable statutes or administrative rules. All other applicable statutory and regulatory requirements remain in effect and subject to HLO oversight and enforcement.

Rules Advisory Committee Meeting - June 23, 2026

The Health Licensing Office is holding a Rules Advisory Committee (RAC) meeting for the Dental Laboratory Program today, June 23, 2026, beginning at 9 a.m. The RAC meeting will include discussion of proposed administrative rules related to implementation of the Dental Laboratory Program. For RAC information and how to attend: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/HLO/Board%20Meeting%20Documents/DLP/2026/DLP-RAC-Meeting_Materials-06-23-2026.pdf

Communication Updates

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Questions regarding the Dental Laboratory Program
Inquiries and questions may be directed to:
Anne Thompson
(503) 509-4775
anne.p.thompson@oha.oregon.gov