This bill reauthorizes the BOLD Infrastructure for Alzheimer's Act, a federal program that funds public health efforts related to Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. It extends funding through fiscal years 2025 through 2029, authorizing $33 million per year to support cooperative agreements with states, tribal organizations, and public health departments working on dementia-related public health initiatives. The bill directs these programs to be run through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in coordination with other relevant federal agencies. It also expands program goals to include translating findings from clinical trials and other research on Alzheimer's and dementia, particularly studies on reducing risk of cognitive decline, into practical, evidence-based practices communities can use. The legislation primarily affects state and tribal health departments, public health officials, and ultimately benefits patients, families, and caregivers dealing with Alzheimer's and related dementias by improving awareness, early detection, and risk-reduction strategies nationwide.
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