The Arkansas Alzheimer's and Dementia Public Health Act aims to address the growing public health crisis posed by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The bill introduces a new subchapter to the Arkansas Code, which includes legislative findings that highlight the significant social and economic impacts of these conditions on families and communities. It emphasizes the importance of early detection, timely diagnosis, and coordinated care, as well as the need for public health outreach, education for healthcare providers, and improved data collection to monitor progress and inform policy.

To implement the Act, the Department of Human Services and the Department of Health are tasked with collaborating on the State Alzheimer's Plan, which includes partnerships with healthcare providers, public health campaigns, and applications for federal funding. The Act also mandates the integration of cognitive health information into existing public health programs and the establishment of a publicly accessible Alzheimer's and Dementia Data Dashboard. Additionally, the departments are required to seek funding and resources to support the implementation of the Act, with a specific implementation date for education and awareness campaigns set for January 1, 2026.