𝗜𝗖𝗬𝗠𝗜: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐀𝐥𝐳𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐬 I am very proud of Senate Bill 5, a bill I wrote last legislative session that established the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (DPRIT). DPRIT is focused on Alzheimer’s research in Texas. Texas is #3 in the nation in Alzheimer’s diagnoses, and #2 in deaths related to Alzheimer’s disease. I took on this issue because I’ve seen the pain and suffering this terrible disease causes for our families. Alzheimer’s doesn’t just affect the person diagnosed; it affects the families who stand beside them. Hispanics have a higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease than the general population. We need to find out why. Of the 27 top counties in Texas for Alzheimer’s, 23 are on or near the border. I wasn’t looking to receive an award. But, last Monday, I was honored to accept the @alzassociation Humanitarian of the Year Award for my work to pass SB 5, which established DPRIT. Over 1,000 delegates were at the Alzheimer’s Association’s 2026 Advocacy Forum, with over 50 delegates from Texas. Because of DPRIT, Texas will be a national leader in Alzheimer’s research. I am proud of what we’re building together, right here at home. I want to thank former Speaker Tom Craddick for being my partner in the House in passing this momentous legislation, which commits $300 million per year for 10 years for Dementia research and prevention. Texas voters overwhelmingly approved the Constitutional Amendment creating DPRIT last year. #txlege

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Last year, my father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's dementia, and I’ve come to understand first-hand what it means to be a caregiver and to have your life turned upside down by this disease. That's why I'm committed to doing everything I can to support the millions of Americans with Alzheimer's, their families, and caregivers. It doesn’t have to be as hard as it is.

More than 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s, and that number is sadly predicted to rise to 13 million by 2050. I met with Nebraskans from the @alzassociation to discuss how we can better support those impacted by this terrible disease.

More than 7 million Americans bravely battle Alzheimer's, a deadly, debilitating disease. I met with the @alzassociation and shared how I backed the BOLD Act reauthorization and introduced the Lifespan Respite Care Act to strengthen dementia care, research, and caregiver support

Today, I met with representatives from @alzassociation and discussed the importance of continued support and research for those impacted by this devastating disease. As we continue through Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, I will remain focused on providing the resources necessary for research and support for loved ones impacted by Alzheimer’s and all forms of dementia.

I am proud to wear purple today honoring Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. In Congress, I will continue to work hard to ensure that those with Alzheimer’s and those who care for them get the support they need.

Grateful for the time spent today with Mississippi’s @alzassociation advocates. Their dedication to improving research, care delivery, and health outcomes for those living with Alzheimer’s and dementia reflects some of the best of what community advocacy looks like.

Alzheimer's and dementia touch thousands of Hoosier families. Grateful to the advocates from the Alzheimer's Association who stopped by my office today to push for more research and stronger care and services, so folks in IN-02 get the faster, more accurate diagnoses they deserve.