AARP Chief Executive Officer Myechia Minter-Jordan released the statement below in response to today’s announcement of a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), or an average of $56 per month, for Social Security. Today more than 70 million Americans receive their earned Social Security, and for 40 percent of older Americans, Social Security is their primary source of income.
Voter access, voter identification and ballot issues continue to make headlines in Idaho. As such, Idaho Secretary of State Phil McGrane will join AARP Idaho for a statewide telephone town hall on October 28 at 11:00am MT to discuss these issues as well as other topics important to older Idahoans.
AARP Idaho is a committed advocate on issues important to you and your family. Volunteers and staff are working to advance legislation on behalf of those 50 and older on key issues that help all Idahoans live their best lives and enhance the quality of life as we age.
Join AARP Idaho on February 14th as we host Senate Minority Leader Michelle Stennett and President Pro Tempore of the Idaho Senate Chuck Winder for a one hour statewide telephone town to discuss the current legislative session.
The FCC recently launched the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). This longer-term program was created by Congress in the Infrastructure and Jobs Act, and replaces the Emergency Broadband Benefit program.
On behalf of more than 180,000 members across the Gem state, and given the challenges of the past two years, I would like to applaud Governor Little’s fiscal success during what has been a challenging time. We are proud Idaho is leading by example and hopeful of the future priorities outlined in today’s State of the State address.
Members of AARP Idaho can participate in its annual lobby week, advocating for older residents and learning the legislative process. This year’s event is virtual, with activities from Monday, Jan. 31, through Friday, Feb. 4.