Rep. Bera Reintroduces Bipartisan Global Alzheimer’s Initiative Now (GAIN) Act to Strengthen U.S. Leadership in Global Alzheimer’s Response

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Ami Bera, M.D. (D-CA-06) introduced the bipartisan Global Alzheimer’s Initiative Now (GAIN) Act alongside Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01) and Young Kim (R-CA-40).

The GAIN Act authorizes the United States to formally participate in the Davos Alzheimer’s Collaborative (DAC), a global public–private–patient partnership advancing Alzheimer’s and dementia research, diagnosis, treatment, and care. The bill positions the U.S. as a global leader in combating a disease projected to affect over 150 million people by 2050.

“Alzheimer’s disease is a global challenge that demands a united global response,” said Representative Ami Bera, M.D. “The GAIN Act empowers the United States to lead in building global partnerships that accelerate research, improve care and support families both here at home and around the world. With formal authorization, we can help drive innovation and advancements in the fight against Alzheimer’s.”

“We can’t afford to stand still in the fight against Alzheimer’s. Our GAIN Act is a critical initiative to move us forward—strengthening America’s leadership, accelerating global research, and supporting smarter, earlier interventions. By backing innovative treatments and real-world solutions, we can bring hope to families, relief to caregivers, and a future where Alzheimer’s is no longer a life sentence,” said Representative Fitzpatrick.

“Alzheimer’s disease is the third leading cause of death in older adults in Orange County and seventh leading cause of death worldwide. With more resources dedicated to tackling this global challenge, we can save lives,” said Representative Kim. “The GAIN Act ensures the United States leads the global effort to combat Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia head-on.”

"I commend Congressman Ami Bera and Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick and Young Kim for their leadership in introducing the Global Alzheimer's Initiative Now (GAIN) Act,” said Chairman of UsAgainstAlzheimer's and Founder of the Global CEO Initiative on Alzheimer's Disease George Vradenburg. “This legislation recognizes the urgent need for a global response to Alzheimer's that brings together governments and the private sector to advance prevention, diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer's. As in other areas of global health, U.S. leadership will prove critical to the global fight against Alzheimer's, and this legislation paves the way for mobilizing the resources and facilitating the multi-sector and international cooperation that will be needed to turn the tide on Alzheimer's over the coming decades."

Alzheimer’s and dementia affect nearly 60 million people globally and cost the world economy more than $1.3 trillion annually—an amount that doubles every decade. By formally joining DAC, the U.S. will help drive inclusive, evidence-based solutions to the growing global dementia crisis. DAC aims to raise and deploy $700 million over six years and currently supports 19 health systems in 12 countries, including the United States.

This legislation builds on Representative Bera’s longstanding commitment to promoting brain health. For the past nine years, he has hosted an annual Brain Health Forum to connect Sacramento County residents with the latest research, caregiving strategies and community resources for those living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

The bill text can be found here. 

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