State Legislative Trends in 2026

Let’s take a peek at what’s happening with dental laws nationwide in 2026! This session will give you a snapshot of the issues being discussed in other states and how they might pop up in California. The session will cover legislation around dental loss ratios, virtual credit cards, network contracting, benefit assignments, and more. By keeping an eye on these trends, CADP can better get ready for any new laws that might come up in future sessions.

Bianca Balale

Director of Government Relations

National Association of Dental Plans

Bianca joined NADP in 2023, bringing 10 years of experience working in government and healthcare. Prior to joining NADP, she served as the Director of Quality and Compliance at a non-profit behavioral health facility focused on integrated care and as a congressional staff member in the state of Ohio. Bianca earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from Youngstown State University and a Master of Public Health from Kent State University with a focus in Public Policy and Management.