SB454 Requiring the department of health and human services to update existing relevant public health outreach programs by incorporating information to aid public understanding and awareness of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.
Requiring the department of health and human services to update existing relevant public health outreach programs by incorporating information to aid public understanding and awareness of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Early awareness and intervention can reduce long-term caregiving costs for families dealing with dementia.
Your Community
Better dementia awareness helps communities support affected families and recognize early warning signs.
Your Freedom
No impact on individual rights; provides useful health information.
Status
Signed by the Governor on 06/05/2026; Chapter 125; Effective 08/04/2026
Sponsor
Kevin Avard (R)
The Short Version
Would require DHHS to incorporate Alzheimer's and dementia awareness into public health outreach programs. NH has an aging population, making dementia education increasingly critical for families and communities.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Families of people with Alzheimer's or dementia
- ▲ Aging NH residents
- ▲ Caregivers seeking resources
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ DHHS must update existing programs
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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