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Training requirements vary widely across states, and many memory care staff receive limited dementia education. Although evidence supports dementia training, little is known about translating policy into practice. This paper describes the implementation and evaluation of a statewide mandated dementia training initiative in Arizona. After passage of AZ HB2764 (2024), developed and supported by the Alzheimer's Association Arizona Chapter, an interdisciplinary team at Hospice of the Valley developed a state\u2010approved program including 6\u00a0hours of online modules and a 2\u2010hour in\u2010person training. From August to December 2025, 3409 staff across diverse roles completed the program. Knowledge scores improved (79.74%\u201395.97%), with high satisfaction (4.89\/5); 98.53% reported role applicability, and 94.6% reported improved care ability at 3 months. 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