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TN HB0717
Bill
Status
5/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Renea Jones
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AI Summary
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Extends the deadline in Tennessee Code Section 52-8-203(b)(4)(B) from December 31, 2025 to December 31, 2026, related to a financial relief program for Alzheimer's caregivers
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One in three senior citizens will die from dementia, according to legislative findings
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Caregivers of family members with Alzheimer's disease incur estimated replacement costs and forgone wages of $36,667 per person
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law, with the public welfare requiring it
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Passed April 22, 2025 and signed by Governor Bill Lee on May 21, 2025
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 9; Title 33; Title 52; Title 67 and Title 68, relative to relief for caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia.
Health Care
Last Action
Effective date(s) 05/21/2025
5/27/2025