H.R.3674 - Global Alzheimer’s Initiative Now Act (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.3674, the Global Alzheimer’s Initiative Now Act, authorizes U.S. participation in the Davos Alzheimer's Collaborative (DAC). The bill aims to combat Alzheimer's disease and dementia globally by contributing to research, prevention, and care efforts, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. It allows the President to designate a representative to the DAC Advisory Council and Board of Directors and sets a matching requirement for U.S. contributions, limiting them to 33% of the total funds contributed to DAC.
Expected Effects
This bill would enable the U.S. to actively engage in international efforts to address Alzheimer's and dementia. It would foster collaboration in developing diagnostics and treatments, and promote international development cooperation. The matching requirement ensures shared financial responsibility with other contributors.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced global cooperation in Alzheimer's and dementia research.
- Potential for developing more effective diagnostics and treatments for diverse populations.
- Leveraging U.S. investments through burden-sharing with other countries.
- Supporting healthcare systems in low- and middle-income countries.
- Improving the U.S.'s international standing in global health initiatives.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential financial burden on U.S. taxpayers, even with the matching requirement.
- Risk of funds being mismanaged or used inefficiently by the DAC.
- Limited direct and immediate benefits to the U.S. healthcare system.
- Possible conflicts of interest if the designated representative does not adequately balance U.S. interests with DAC goals.
- Dependence on DAC securing funding from other sources, which may not always be reliable.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the Constitution's general welfare clause (Preamble) by promoting health and well-being. Congress has the power to enact laws necessary and proper for carrying out its enumerated powers (Article I, Section 8), which can be interpreted to include international health initiatives that benefit the U.S. population. The bill does not appear to infringe on any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).