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HB 1592

TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS ALZHEIMER'S AND DEMENTIA PUBLIC HEALTH ACT.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Zack Gramlich and 8 co-sponsors

House Bill 1592 enhances early detection and care for Alzheimer's in Arkansas, improving support for patients and training for providers while promoting public health education.

Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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Bill Summary · HB 1592

Summary of House Bill 1592: Arkansas Alzheimer's and Dementia Public Health Act

Purpose and Intent

House Bill 1592 aims to address the growing public health crisis posed by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in Arkansas. The bill seeks to improve early detection, diagnosis, and coordinated care for individuals affected by these conditions, while also promoting public health initiatives to reduce risk factors associated with cognitive decline.

Key Provisions

The bill proposes several significant measures, including:

  1. Creation of the Arkansas Alzheimer’s and Dementia Public Health Act:

    • Establishes a new subchapter in Arkansas Code Title 20, Chapter 15.

  2. Legislative Findings:

    • Recognizes the social and economic impacts of Alzheimer's and related dementias.
    • Emphasizes the importance of early detection and coordinated care.
    • Identifies modifiable risk factors such as physical inactivity, hypertension, and social isolation.

  3. Interagency Collaboration:

    • Mandates collaboration between the Department of Human Services and the Department of Health to implement the State Alzheimer’s State Plan.

  4. Public Health Outreach:

    • Integrates cognitive health education into existing public health programs.
    • Includes training for healthcare providers on early detection and care planning.

  5. Data Collection and Reporting:

    • Enhances data collection related to Alzheimer’s and dementia to monitor prevalence and demographics.
    • Establishes a publicly accessible Alzheimer’s and Dementia Data Dashboard.

  6. Funding and Resources:

    • Encourages seeking federal grants and private funding to support the implementation of the Act.

Impact

The bill would primarily affect:
- Individuals with Alzheimer's and related dementias: Improved access to early detection and coordinated care.
- Healthcare Providers: Enhanced training and resources for better management of cognitive health.
- Public Health Initiatives: Increased awareness and education on dementia risk factors and prevention strategies.

Procedural Aspects

  • Introduced: February 25, 2025
  • Status: The bill died in the House Committee at Sine Die adjournment on May 5, 2025.
  • Implementation Timeline: If passed, the education and public awareness campaigns were to begin no later than January 1, 2026.

Fiscal Impact

The estimated total cost for implementing the provisions of this bill was approximately $2,142,340, which includes funding for staffing, campaign efforts, and data analysis.

This summary provides an overview of House Bill 1592, highlighting its intent, key provisions, potential impact, and procedural details.

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

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