Amends Federal provisions regarding the Active-Duty Dependents' Dental Plan (DDP) to: (1) delete a provision prohibiting the Secretary of Defense from providing benefits under the DDP other than those specifically listed; (2) authorize the Secretary to include other benefits under the DDP as considered appropriate; (3) increase from ten to $18 monthly the premiums required under the DDP; and (4) revise the copayment requirement under the DDP to include copayments of up to 50 percent of the charges for orthodontic services, crowns, gold fillings, and complete or partial dentures.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Executive Comment Requested from DOD.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel and Compensation.
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