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A 2490

Requires DHS to establish Alzheimer's disease public awareness campaign.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by John Allen and 24 co-sponsors

New Jersey requires DHS to launch a public awareness campaign on Alzheimer's disease to improve early detection and caregiver support statewide.

Passed Assembly (74-0-0)
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Bill Summary · A 2490

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 2490 requires New Jersey's Department of Human Services (DHS) to establish and implement a public awareness campaign focused on Alzheimer's disease. The bill passed the Assembly unanimously on December 22, 2025, with overwhelming bipartisan support (74-0-0).

Why is this important

Alzheimer's disease affects approximately 120,000 New Jersey residents, making public awareness critical for early detection, caregiver support, and resource access. A state-sponsored campaign could improve health outcomes by educating the public about warning signs, available treatments, and support services while reducing stigma around cognitive decline.

Potential points of contention

  • Budget and funding specifics: The bill requires DHS to establish a campaign but may not specify dedicated funding, potentially straining existing departmental budgets or creating unfunded mandates
  • Campaign scope and effectiveness: Questions remain about what the campaign will include, how success will be measured, and whether awareness alone translates to meaningful health improvements
  • Coordination with existing efforts: Potential overlap with federal initiatives (NIH, CDC) and private organizations already conducting Alzheimer's awareness activities

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

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