Substitute House Bill No. 6771 establishes an Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Task Force to develop a comprehensive State Alzheimer's Plan, which will include recommendations on long-term care, caregiver support, and public health impacts. The task force, consisting of eleven members appointed by the Governor, will meet quarterly and submit annual reports starting January 1, 2027. The bill also mandates health insurance coverage for biomarker testing effective January 1, 2026, requiring that such testing be covered when clinically useful, and outlines the process for requesting exceptions to coverage policies. Additionally, the bill amends existing laws regarding the transfer and discharge of residents from facilities, enhancing the appeal process and ensuring that residents are informed of their rights and the facility's responsibilities.

Moreover, the bill introduces new provisions for tuition waivers for certain groups, including veterans and nursing home residents, and establishes criteria for equitable treatment in course registration at regional community-technical colleges. It also mandates that nursing homes consider residents' proximity to family when assisting with placements and creates a working group to evaluate evacuation procedures for residential care homes. Key changes include the repeal of certain subsections of section 19a-491c and the introduction of new definitions and requirements for background checks for individuals with direct access to patients in long-term care facilities, ensuring the safety and well-being of residents.

Statutes affected:
File No. 903:
Public Act No. 25-16: