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WA SB6161

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Vandana Slatter

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Department of Health to consider including dementia risk reduction information in public health campaign websites and materials when research shows a correlation between the campaign subject and dementia risk

  • Directs the Department of Health to consider adding dementia risk reduction and diagnosis information to health care provider materials when relevant research supports the connection

  • Mandates that updated dementia-related materials be made available in all languages currently provided by the department

  • Requires consultation with Alzheimer's disease and dementia subject matter experts when compiling information for health care providers or the public

  • Adds a new section to chapter 43.70 RCW (Department of Health statutes) addressing dementia awareness in public health communications

Legislative Description

Concerning department of health information on dementia.

Last Action

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness.

2/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Health Care and Wellness2/14/2026
Rules1/29/2026
Health & Long-term Care1/15/2026

Full Bill Text

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