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HJR 90

Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the establishment of the Alzheimer's Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, establishing the Alzheimer's Prevention and Research Fund to provide money for research on and prevention and treatment of Alzheimer's disease and related disorders in this state, and transferring to that fund $3 billion from state general revenue.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Richard Raymond

Texas proposes $3 billion constitutional fund for Alzheimer's research institute, requiring voter approval and state revenue reallocation.

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Bill Summary · HJR 90

Legislative bill overview

HJR 90 proposes a constitutional amendment to create the Alzheimer's Prevention and Research Institute of Texas and establish a dedicated fund receiving $3 billion in state general revenue to support Alzheimer's disease research, prevention, and treatment initiatives within the state.

Why is this important

Alzheimer's disease affects hundreds of thousands of Texans and their families, with costs to the healthcare system and economy projected to grow significantly. A constitutional amendment would provide stable, long-term funding for research that could lead to breakthroughs in prevention and treatment while potentially reducing future healthcare expenditures. This requires voter approval, making it a major policy decision affecting state budget priorities and research infrastructure.

Potential points of contention

  • Opportunity cost: Allocating $3 billion from general revenue means reducing funding for other state priorities (education, infrastructure, healthcare services) unless accompanied by tax increases or budget restructuring
  • Constitutional amendment threshold: Requires voter approval, which may face support or opposition depending on competing budget priorities and public perception of Alzheimer's research versus other health concerns
  • Implementation details: The bill lacks specifics on institute governance, research selection criteria, and whether funds will support only basic research or also clinical care and patient services
  • Sustainability questions: No mechanism described for ongoing funding beyond the initial $3 billion transfer, raising concerns about long-term program viability

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

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