S-2046 : Still Just a Bill

The "Dental Care for Our Troops Act" (S. 2046) aims to amend Title 10 of the United States Code to modify the TRICARE dental program for members of the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve. Here's a summary of the key provisions:

• Establishes a Separate Dental Plan: Creates a specific dental benefits plan for members of the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve.
• No Premium Plan: This new dental plan will be a "no premium plan," meaning members enrolled will not be charged a premium for coverage.
• Eliminates Copayments: Members receiving dental care under this no-premium plan will not be required to pay any charges (copayments) for covered dental care services.
• Technical Amendments: Makes necessary technical and conforming changes to other sections of the law to reflect these changes.

In essence, this bill seeks to provide free dental coverage, including eliminating premiums and copayments, for members of the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve through the TRICARE dental program.