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It’s not every day that members of Congress spotlight the unmet needs of family caregivers. When they do, they deserve credit, which is why we wish to thank the ACT Caucus, a bipartisan group of Senate and House lawmakers that is doing just that. -
Nearly 22 million older adults lack high-speed internet access, but new federal resources are available to help bridge the digital divide, experts told listeners of our latest tele-town hall. -
The new law will require most private employers to automatically enroll workers in a state-facilitated IRA, unless the employee opts out. -
The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) released new guidelines on screening asymptomatic adults for depression, suicide risk and anxiety—marking the first time the Task Force issued a recommendation specifically on screening for anxiety disorders among adults. -
The AARP-backed law will allow workers to take up to 12 weeks off to care for a sick family member, starting in January 2026. -
We endorsed legislation that would permanently allow coverage of telehealth services for all Medicare beneficiaries, bringing Medicare more in line with private insurance companies. -
About 72 percent of the $28.3 billion lost to elder financial exploitation is taken by someone the victim knows, and is likely to go unreported. -
The bipartisan Protecting Older Americans Act of 2023 would prohibit forced arbitration for age discrimination claims in the workplace. -
The court struck down a Minnesota law that caused 94-year-old Geraldine Tyler to lose all equity in her home because of a small tax debt. -
The Senior Security Act of 2023 would create a federal task force to examine and identify challenges seniors face when investing, as well as recommend changes to laws or regulations.