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Introduced
01/22/2025
01/22/2025
In Committee
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
Crossed Over
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill makes appropriations to the department of health and human services for the purpose of funding the Alzheimer's disease and related disorder (ADRD) caregiver respite program, the foster grandparent program, the retired senior volunteer program, and the senior companions program.
AI Summary
This bill appropriates funds to the department of health and human services for several programs aimed at supporting seniors and their caregivers. Specifically, it allocates $552,508 for each of the fiscal years ending June 30, 2026, and June 30, 2027, to the Alzheimer's disease and related disorders (ADRD) caregiver respite program, which provides temporary relief for individuals caring for those with these conditions. Additionally, the bill allocates $100,000 for each of those fiscal years to the foster grandparent program, which connects seniors with children needing mentorship and support, and $180,000 for each fiscal year to the retired senior volunteer program (RSVP), which supports various community service activities for seniors. Finally, $30,000 is appropriated for each fiscal year to the senior companion program, which provides companionship and assistance to isolated or homebound seniors. These appropriations are intended to ensure the continuation and funding of these vital programs.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (9)
Mary Jane Wallner (D)*,
Kevin Avard (R),
Wayne MacDonald (R),
Tim McGough (R),
Charles McMahon (R),
Dave Nagel (D),
Mark Proulx (R),
David Rochefort (R),
David Watters (D),
Last Action
Finance Hearing (13:15:00 2/17/2026 Room 103, State House) (on 02/17/2026)
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