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A senate bill was passed to eliminate radiation fees for pro bono dental clinics in order to reduce their operation costs. The bill was passed on the third reading on March 21 in the Senate committee for Education, Health, and Environmental Affairs. On the 22 it was moved to the House where another hearing was held and was passed on April 4, by the Environment and Transportation Committee. Sen. Adelaide Eckardt is the sponsor of the bill which was supported by dentists and lobbyists alike. The bill was proposed to be in favor of the Mission of Mercy and benefit them and their cause. The Mission of Mercy events are set up by Dr. Rowland Holsinger and other dentists, happen once a year in Maryland at the Wicomico Youth and Civic Center. A pro bono dental clinic is established and the radiation fees range from $320 to $720. The fees are currently paid by the Mission of Mercy. They are the cost that dental...