The State Board of Dental Examiners (Board) adopts this amendment to 22 TAC §101.14, concerning exemption from licensure for certain military spouses. The adopted amendment lists what a military spouse must submit to establish residency in Texas, and the rule is adopted in accordance with House Bill 139 of the 87th Texas Legislature, Regular Session (2021), and Chapter 55, Texas Occupations Code. This amendment is adopted without changes to the proposed text as published in the October 15, 2021, issue of the Texas Register (46 TexReg 7014). The rule will not be republished.

No comments were received regarding adoption of the amendment.

This rule is adopted under Texas Occupations Code §254.001(a), which gives the Board authority to adopt rules necessary to perform its duties and ensure compliance with state laws relating to the practice of dentistry to protect the public health and safety.