Designating May 6, 2025, as Alzheimer's Advocacy Day.

89(R) HCR 124 - Enrolled version - Bill Text

H.C.R. No. 124

HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of

dementia, is estimated to affect more than seven million Americans

and more than 460,000 Texans; and

WHEREAS, A progressive neurological condition, Alzheimer's

disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States; it

is characterized by the accumulation of abnormal proteins and the

gradual deterioration of neurons in the brain; no cure exists for

Alzheimer's, and treatments are aimed at slowing its advancement

and improving the quality of life of those impacted by the disease;

and

WHEREAS, By age 65, one in nine Americans will develop

Alzheimer's disease, and this figure increases to one in three by

the age of 85; as the disease progresses to its final stage,

individuals exhibit severe cognitive and physical impairments and

may require around-the-clock assistance with daily tasks; the

potential lifetime cost of dementia care is between $350,000 and

$800,000 per person, which translates to an economic impact as high

as $560 billion in the state; and

WHEREAS, With the number of Texans living with Alzheimer's

disease projected to increase to 700,000 by 2030, developing new

treatments has become an increasingly urgent priority, and ongoing

research efforts offer hope of one day turning the tide against this

devastating disease; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas

hereby designate May 6, 2025, as Alzheimer's Advocacy Day and

commend all those who are working to fight this terrible disease and

to support those suffering from it.

Craddick

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President of the Senate

Speaker of the House

I certify that H.C.R. No. 124 was adopted by the House on

April 9, 2025, by a non-record vote.

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Chief Clerk of the House

I certify that H.C.R. No. 124 was adopted by the Senate on

April 15, 2025, by a viva-voce vote.

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Secretary of the Senate

APPROVED: __________________

Date

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Governor