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AL HB375
Bill
Status
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Timothy Wadsworth
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AI Summary
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Department of Human Resources must develop and implement dementia training covering identification of Alzheimer's and other dementias, common safety risks (wandering, falling, neglect), communication impairments, and best practices for serving affected individuals
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Employees and contractors responsible for investigating complaints about adults in need of care and protection must complete 2 hours of dementia training upon starting employment or contract assignment
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Continuing education requirement of 2 hours of dementia training every two years for applicable employees and contractors
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Department authorized to adopt rules for curriculum development, training schedules, and documentation requirements
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Effective date: October 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Adult Protective Services; Department of Human Resources required to create dementia training, certain employees and contractors required to complete
Elderly & Disabled Persons
Last Action
Re-referred to Committee in House of Origin to House Children and Senior Advocacy
2/5/2026