New license plates to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease

The Alzheimer’s Association announces the recent passage of HB2822, now Public Act 98-0259, which allows for the creation of a specialty Alzheimer’s Awareness license plate.

This bill, signed into law by Illinois Governor Pat Quinn on Friday, Aug. 9, creates the Alzheimer’s Awareness Fund as a special fund in the state treasury. Those who apply for a specialty plate, will pay a fee of $25 for original issuance of the plates and at renewal.

Funds generated by orders of the license plates aid the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter Network in its mission to provide Alzheimer’s care, support, education and awareness programs.

The Alzheimer’s Association is very thankful to the Illinois legislature for their overwhelming support of this legislation, as well as the countless advocates whose determination helped make this awareness measure a great success.

Details about the specialty plates, as well as directions for purchasing the plates, will soon be available at alz.org/Illinois.

The Alzheimer’s Association is a leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s research, care and support. Its mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.