This bill proposes the establishment of a new section in chapter 50-06 of the North Dakota Century Code to create a dementia response program, which will be overseen by a state dementia coordinator. The program aims to implement and periodically update a comprehensive Alzheimer's and dementia state plan, which will involve collaboration with various stakeholders, including individuals living with dementia, their caregivers, and professionals in the medical and care fields. Additionally, the program will focus on collecting and disseminating relevant data and launching a public awareness campaign to reduce stigma and promote early detection and diagnosis of dementia.

To support the implementation of this program, the bill includes an appropriation of $250,000 from the general fund for the biennium beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2027. This funding will be allocated to the Department of Health and Human Services for the administration of the dementia response program and the establishment of a full-time equivalent position for the state dementia coordinator.