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HB 393

AN ACT relating to services for Alzheimer's and related dementias.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Daniel Grossberg and 2 co-sponsors

Kentucky bill establishing or expanding Alzheimer's and dementia services to support affected individuals and families through care coordination and support programs.

signed by Governor (Acts Ch. 40)
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Bill Summary · HB 393

Legislative bill overview

HB 393 is a Kentucky bill focused on establishing or expanding services for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The bill was introduced by Rep. Rebecca Raymer and is currently in the legislative process, having received a favorable report from committee. The specific provisions are not detailed in the available information, but the bill's focus area suggests it may address care coordination, support services, funding mechanisms, or regulatory frameworks for dementia care.

Why is this important

Alzheimer's and related dementias affect hundreds of thousands of Kentuckians and their families, creating significant healthcare, caregiving, and financial burdens. Targeted legislation in this area could improve care quality, reduce costs, and provide critical support to patients and caregivers during disease progression. Given Kentucky's aging population, such services have direct implications for healthcare infrastructure and state budget allocations.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanisms – Whether new services are state-funded, require insurance coverage mandates, or rely on federal reimbursement could affect state budgets and insurance premiums
  • Scope of services – Disagreement may exist over which services (in-home care, facility-based, counseling, respite care) should be covered or prioritized
  • Implementation responsibility – Questions about whether local health departments, private providers, or state agencies should deliver or oversee services

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

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