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HB 1081: Handicapped persons; adults with cognitive decline to be considered disabled adults; provide

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House Bill 1081

By: Representatives Neal of the 79th, Jones of the 25th, Oliver of the 84th, and Dempsey of the 13th

A BILL TO BE ENTITLED

AN ACT

To amend Chapter 5 of Title 30 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to protection of disabled adults and elder persons, so as to provide for adults with cognitive decline to be considered disabled adults; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF GEORGIA:

SECTION 1.

Chapter 5 of Title 30 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to protection of disabled adults and elder persons, is amended by revising paragraph (5) of Code Section 30-5-3, relating to definitions, and adding a new paragraph to read as follows: "(2.1) 'Cognitive decline' means an irreversible loss of cognitive function exceeding that of normal aging and impacting daily functions as indicated by one or more of the following symptoms:

(A) Significant memory loss;

(B) Difficulty with complex tasks, including, but not limited to, planning, problem solving, following multistep instructions, or managing finances;

(D) Difficulty communicating with words and language;

(E) Poor judgment, including, but not limited to, making uncharacteristic financial decisions or neglecting personal hygiene;

(F) Behavioral changes, including, but not limited to, increased irritability, anxiety, depression, or uncharacteristic mood swings; or

(G) Social withdrawal, including, but not limited to, withdrawing from work, hobbies, or social activities."

"(5) 'Disabled adult' means a person 18 years of age or older who is not a resident, but who:

(A) Is mentally or physically incapacitated;

(B) Has Alzheimer's disease, as defined in Code Section 31-8-180; or

(D) Is exhibiting symptoms of cognitive decline."

SECTION 2.

All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are repealed.