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HB 431

Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Commission; extends of sunset provision.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Elizabeth Bennett-Parker and 4 co-sponsors

Virginia extends the Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Commission to continue coordinating statewide dementia research and policy initiatives.

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Bill Summary · HB 431

Legislative bill overview

HB 431 extends the expiration date of Virginia's Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Commission, which would otherwise terminate on a scheduled date. The bill allows the commission to continue its operations, research coordination, and advisory functions related to Alzheimer's disease and related neurological disorders.

Why is this important

Alzheimer's disease affects hundreds of thousands of Virginians and their families, and the commission provides coordination between state agencies, research institutions, and advocacy organizations. Allowing the commission to expire would eliminate a key coordinating body during a period of increasing prevalence of dementia-related diseases in an aging population.

Potential points of contention

  • Sunset commission effectiveness: Questions about whether the commission has demonstrated measurable outcomes justifying its continuation versus being a routine administrative body
  • Resource allocation: Opponents may argue state funds should be redirected to direct patient services rather than administrative commissions
  • New expiration date: The bill does not appear to establish a new sunset date, potentially creating permanent continuation without periodic review

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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