Bill > HB1638

This bill modifies the composition and operation of the Alzheimer's State Plan Task Force within Missouri's Department of Health and Senior Services. The task force will now have 22 members instead of 21, adding a representative from licensed assisted living facilities. Members will continue to include state officials, legislators, healthcare professionals, and stakeholders from various sectors related to Alzheimer's care. The bill changes the appointment process by removing the requirement for senate consent and introduces new provisions for member terms, including staggered terms for members appointed after December 31, 2026. Members will serve two-year terms, with some initial members serving one-year terms. The task force's core responsibilities remain focused on assessing state Alzheimer's programs, developing an integrated state plan, and making recommendations to address the challenges of Alzheimer's disease. The bill extends the task force's expiration date from 2027 to 2033 and requires the task force to deliver comprehensive reports to the governor and general assembly, with a major report every five years starting before January 1, 2029. The task force will continue to focus on examining the impact of Alzheimer's, identifying service gaps, developing recommendations, and promoting research and care strategies.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1638&year=2026&code=R