H4302
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 for individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia, as well as prepare the state for the increasing prevalence of these conditions. It seeks to expand access to supportive services and improve the quality of care provided to those affected and their families. The legislation also includes provisions to support caregivers and promote training for healthcare professionals. Specifically, it addresses financial assistance for families caring for loved ones with dementia.
Key provisions
- Establishes a tax credit for families caring for elderly relatives and victims of Alzheimer’s and Dementia.
- Expands access to supportive services for individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
- Improves the quality of care in senior care options programs.
- Promotes training for healthcare professionals regarding Alzheimer’s and dementia care.
Who is affected
- Individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia
- Families of individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia
- Senior care facilities
- Healthcare professionals
- Taxpayers
Notable changes
- Introduces a tax credit to alleviate the financial burden on families providing care.
- Addresses care within senior care options programs.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Aging and Independence
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Bill H.4302 194th (Current)
An Act to improve care and prepare for the new era of Alzheimer’s and dementia
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Aging and Independence Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.4302
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 7/28/2025 | House | Reported from the committee on Aging and Independence |
| 7/28/2025 | House | New draft of H769 |
| 7/28/2025 | House | Reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 12/4/2025 | House | Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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