SJR105 Alabama 2012 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Tammy Irons
Democrat
Co-Sponsors: Scott Beason Vivian Davis Figures Jimmy Holley Harri Anne Smith Greg J. Reed Shadrack McGill Dick Brewbaker Paul Bussman Bill Holtzclaw Phillip W. Williams Clay Scofield Gerald O. Dial Bryan Taylor Jerry L. Fielding Tom Whatley George M. “Marc” Keahey Bobby D. Singleton Arthur Orr William “Bill” M. Beasley Cam Ward Gerald H. Allen J.T. Waggoner Del Marsh Ben H. Brooks Trip Pittman Rodger Smitherman Paul Sanford Rusty Glover Hank Sanders Quinton Ross Roger Bedford, Jr.Linda Coleman-Madison Priscilla Dunn Mark Slade Blackwell
Session: Regular Session 2012
Title: Alzheimer's Disease Task Force, established
Summary: The bill creates the Elsie Burroughs Davis Alzheimer's Disease Task Force to study Alzheimer's in Alabama and develop a statewide plan.
What This Bill Does
It establishes a broad task force with representation from government and non-government groups to assess the impact of Alzheimer's and related dementias, examine current and future services and resources, and develop a coordinated state strategy. The task force must produce a State Alzheimer's Disease Plan and submit it to the Governor and Legislature by March 1, 2014, after which the task force terminates. The program has a $5,000 expenditure cap, members serve without pay, and public meetings and online feedback are encouraged.

Who It Affects
People living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias in Alabama, along with their families and caregivers, who would benefit from coordinated planning and improved services.
State government agencies, health care providers, long-term care facilities, professional and advocacy groups, and Alzheimer's organizations that participate in the task force and help implement its recommendations.

Key Provisions
Creates the Elsie Burroughs Davis Alzheimer's Disease Task Force with broad membership including legislative chairs, multiple state agency heads, and representatives from care facilities, associations, and Alzheimer's organizations.
Task force duties include assessing current and future impact, examining services, resources, and manpower, and developing a statewide strategy to address dementia-related needs.
Requires the development and submission of a State Alzheimer's Disease Plan to the Governor and the Legislature by March 1, 2014, at which point the task force ends.
Funding is limited to $5,000 total; members serve without compensation.
Requires public meetings and allows use of technology such as web casts to gather input from the public and affected individuals.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Resolutions, Legislative