The bill proposes the creation of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, which will be established as Chapter 101A in the Health and Safety Code. The institute's primary objective is to advance research and prevention strategies for dementia-related disorders, including Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. It will have the authority to award grants to educational institutions and other entities, and it will be subject to the Texas Sunset Act, with a scheduled expiration on September 1, 2035, unless renewed. The bill outlines the institute's governance structure, including an oversight committee composed of nine members appointed by state leaders, and mandates the creation of various advisory committees to enhance research efforts.

Additionally, the bill introduces comprehensive regulations for grant management, including compliance mechanisms, conflict-of-interest provisions, and requirements for the disbursement of funds. It emphasizes transparency by requiring the institute to maintain detailed records of grants and to report on its activities publicly. The bill also stipulates that the establishment of the institute is contingent upon voter approval of a constitutional amendment to create a dedicated fund for dementia research, with an allocation of $3 billion from state general revenue. If the amendment is not approved, the bill's provisions will not take effect, and the act is set to become effective on December 1, 2025, contingent on this approval.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 51.955, Education Code 61.003, Government Code 572.003 (Education Code 51, Government Code 572, Education Code 61)
Senate Committee Report: Education Code 51.955, Government Code 572.003 (Education Code 51, Government Code 572, Education Code 61)
Engrossed: Education Code 51.955, Government Code 572.003 (Education Code 51, Government Code 572, Education Code 61)
House Committee Report: Education Code 51.955, Government Code 572.003 (Education Code 51, Government Code 572, Education Code 61)