The proposed legislation, General Assembly Raised Bill No. 6912, aims to establish an Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Advisory Council within the Department of Aging and Disability Services, effective October 1, 2025. The council's primary responsibilities include examining the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease or dementia, assessing available services for them and their caregivers, and evaluating the capacity of healthcare providers to meet these needs. Additionally, the council is tasked with developing a State Alzheimer's Plan that will provide findings and recommendations on various aspects, including long-term care, caregiver support, and the fiscal impact of these conditions on public health programs.

The advisory council will consist of ten members appointed by the Governor, along with representatives from relevant state departments and agencies. Initial appointments are to be made by January 1, 2026, with members serving terms ranging from two to three years. The council is required to meet quarterly and will submit a report on the State Alzheimer's Plan to the Governor and relevant legislative committees by January 1, 2027. The plan will be updated every four years to ensure ongoing relevance and effectiveness. The bill introduces new legal language to establish the council and its functions while deleting any previous provisions that may conflict with this new structure.