S2554
An Act to improve care and prepare for the new era of Alzheimer’s and dementia
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Bill overview
This bill aims to enhance care and prepare Massachusetts for the increasing prevalence of Alzheimer’s and dementia. It proposes a public awareness campaign focused on brain health to encourage preventative measures and early detection. The bill also directs a report to the Senate Committee on Health Care Financing to assess the current state of care and identify areas for improvement. Ultimately, the goal is to improve the quality of life for individuals living with dementia and their families.
Key provisions
- Develop a public awareness campaign on brain health.
- Require a report to the Senate Committee on Health Care Financing.
- Focus on improving care for individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
- Prepare the state for the growing needs associated with dementia.
- Promote preventative measures and early detection of dementia.
Who is affected
- Individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia
- Families and caregivers of individuals with dementia
- Healthcare providers
- The general public (through the awareness campaign)
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Aging and Independence
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Bill S.2554 194th (Current)
An Act to improve care and prepare for the new era of Alzheimer’s and dementia
Senate, July 21, 2025 -- The committee on Aging and Independence to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 468) of Adam Gomez, Jason M. Lewis, Paul W. Mark, John F. Keenan and other members of the General Court for legislation to improve care and prepare for the new era of Alzheimer’s and dementia by developing a public awareness campaign on brain health, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2554).
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Aging and Independence Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.2554
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 7/21/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on Aging and Independence |
| 7/21/2025 | Senate | New draft of S468 |
| 7/21/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 12/18/2025 | Senate | Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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