The House Concurrent Resolution urges the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles to conduct a study on the necessity of special identification cards for citizens diagnosed with Alzheimer's and related dementia diseases. The resolution highlights the growing prevalence of these conditions in Louisiana, with approximately 94,700 citizens aged 65 and older affected, and emphasizes the importance of such identification cards in ensuring the safety of individuals who may wander and are unable to communicate their whereabouts. The resolution outlines specific areas for study, including the types of proof required from physicians, necessary information on the cards, potential fee waivers, and options for expiration and renewal.

Additionally, the resolution draws comparisons to existing special identification cards for individuals with autism, noting that similar provisions could be beneficial for those with Alzheimer's and dementia. It calls for the exploration of alternative methods for obtaining these identification cards, particularly for those unable to visit the office of motor vehicles in person, and requests a written report on the findings to be submitted to the relevant legislative committees by July 1, 2026.