The proposed legislation establishes an Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Task Force, effective October 1, 2025, to address the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and dementia in the state. The task force will assess available services for these individuals and their caregivers, evaluate healthcare providers' capacity to meet these needs, and develop a comprehensive State Alzheimer's Plan. This plan will include findings and recommendations on long-term care, caregiver support, public awareness, and healthcare service improvements, with updates required every four years. The task force will submit annual reports to the Governor and relevant legislative committees starting January 1, 2027.

The task force will consist of eleven members appointed by the Governor, including individuals with personal experience related to Alzheimer's disease, healthcare providers, and representatives from relevant organizations and agencies. The bill clarifies the language regarding the State Alzheimer's Plan by deleting a redundant reference in the reporting requirements. Additionally, the task force will include the state ombudsman and commissioners from aging, public health, and social services, and is required to meet quarterly. Overall, the bill does not impose any fiscal impact on state or municipal budgets.