S. 3703 · 116th Congress

Promoting Alzheimer's Awareness to Prevent Elder Abuse Act

Stage
Signed by the president
Introduced
2020-05-12
Latest action
2020-12-22 · Signed by President.

Summary

Promoting Alzheimer's Awareness to Prevent Elder Abuse Act

This bill requires the Department of Justice (DOJ) to review and update, if necessary, certain best practices, replication guides, and other training materials for law enforcement, judicial officials, and others whose work may bring them in contact with elder abuse.

Specifically, DOJ must address victims and witnesses who have Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in these materials. Additionally, in creating or compiling these materials, DOJ must consult with the Department of Health and Human Services and, as appropriate, other entities with relevant expertise in elder abuse.