There are around 60 AARP Texas volunteers who use their voices and lived experiences to drive change at the local, state and federal levels. And AARP is looking for more Texans to join them.
In August, 1.2 million New Yorkers were more than 60 days behind in their utility payments, owing $1.8 billion. AARP NY supports two bills that call for stronger and more accessible consumer representation.
During the 2026 legislative session, which begins in January, AARP Maine and its volunteers will be working in person at the State House as well as virtually on issues important to residents 50 and older.
AARP BELIEVES NO ONE’S POSSIBILITIES SHOULD EVER BE LIMITED BY THEIR AGE. That’s why we advocate in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands for lower prescription drug prices, better support for family caregivers, more affordable, quality health and long-term care, financial security, consumer protections, and livable communities. This agenda provides an overview of the key issues we’ll be advancing in 2020.
The 2020 Census is fast approaching, and participation by every person living in the United States is critical to ensuring accurate funding for communities, and political representation in Congress. Keep a lookout March 12-20 for the initial invite to arrive in your mailbox.
AARP has created its first ever Facebook group! This official AARP Facebook group is a place to connect, share practical tips, offer support, and discuss family caregiving experiences.
In the immediate aftermath of the Butte County Camp Fire, Dr. Carol Weyland Conner, founder of White Pony Express (WPE), organized 182 volunteers to make 91 trips from Pleasant Hill to the disaster area, delivering 58,213 pounds of food and 1,833 articles of clothing to displaced community members. WPE is a nonprofit organization, headquartered in Pleasant Hill, CA, which provides free food and clothing to those in need.
Kansas legislators are back in Topeka with lots of issues to tackle in 2020. AARP Kansas and our team of advocacy volunteers across the state are looking forward to working with legislators on important issues that will enhance the ability of Kansans who are 50 and older to live their best lives –and provide those same options to future generations. Our focus is on making local communities livable for all ages and helping Kansans remain in their homes and communities for as long as they desire.
ALBANY, N.Y. – AARP New York State Director Beth Finkel today released the following statement in response to Governor Andrew Cuomo’s 2020-21 Executive Budget proposal: