2013 Legislative Session Update

The Washington State Legislature is nearly two months into its 105-day session. This session has been a very active one for organized dentistry. WSDA has been tracking more than 30 bills related to dental workforce, loan repayment, dental access, dental insurance, licensure, and several other issues. The 2013 legislative session is scheduled to end in late April. 

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WSDA to host Hospitality Buffet prior to WDS Annual Meeting on November 15

On November 15, WSDA will host a hospitality buffet from 4:30p.m. - 6:30 p.m. in the Northwest 1 room of the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel/Seattle Airport for all dentists attending the WDS Annual Meeting. The buffet will feature deli meats, salads and beverages, and will provide a relaxing and private place for attending dentists to congregate, socialize and discuss the meeting.

If you cannot attend the WDS Annual Meeting (Thursday, November 15 at 6:00 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom of the Doubletree By Hilton Hotel/Seattle Airport), it is imperative that you visit the Concerned Dentists of Washington State website for their suggestions on how to vote in the upcoming election for WDS board members. Your proxy forms are due by November 14th.

If you are planning on attending the meeting, you do not need to do anything with your proxy form.

IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR WDS MEMBERS:

If you cannot attend the WDS Annual Meeting on Thursday, November 15 at 6:00 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom of the Doubletree By Hilton Hotel/Seattle Airport, it is imperative that you visit the Concerned Dentists of Washington State website for their suggestions on how to vote in the upcoming election for WDS board members. Your proxy forms are due by November 14th.

If you are planning on attending the meeting, you do not need to do anything with your proxy form.

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Covering the WDS Issue: Keeping you informed!

Being a strong-minded, independent lass, I am always surprised and delighted when someone does something thoughtful for me. It has come to my attention that some of us may have forgotten the thoughtful way WSDA has handled Washington Dental Services reduction in fees.

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