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AARP Illinois Statement on ICC's Decision in the Peoples Gas SMP Rate Case

On behalf of our 1.7 million members, AARP Illinois commends the Illinois Commerce Commission’s decision to reject Peoples Gas’ System Modernization Program (SMP) proposal.

AARP Illinois Statement on Illinois FY 26 Proposed Budget

The following statement was issued by AARP Illinois State Director Philippe Largent following the introduction of the FY25 Budget:

Tell Legislators: NO testing drivers based on age

AARP Illinois and Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias are working hard to pass legislation that would raise the driving mandatory age to 87 (from the current 79) at which older drivers would be required to take a driving test before renewing their license.

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Is It Really Covered by Medicare or Is It a Scam?

Learn about ways to protect yourself and your loved ones at our free, two-part webinar.

Testing the Value of Genetic Testing

In honor of Father’s Day, we share a story of a strong advocate of a father with Alzheimer’s disease and how family history led to genetic test results that sparked lifestyle changes to reduce risk of Alzheimer’s.

AARP Op Ed about ARES Bill agreement

It’s a relief to see that alternative retail energy suppliers, Attorney General Kwame Raoul and legislators have come to an agreement on safeguards regarding the way the industry lures in and retains unsuspecting customers.

Illinois Lawmakers Pass Crucial Legislation Protecting Nursing Home Residents from Neglect

Illinois nursing home residents subjected to neglect, infection, unauthorized administration of psychotropic drugs and other horrifying consequences due to inadequate nursing home staffing will now be protected through safeguards outlined by state law, thanks to crucial new legislation.

Proposals Could Help Curb Rising Drug Costs

AARP is backing two pieces of legislation aimed at curbing drug prices, by providing those who prescribe them unbiased information on pharmaceuticals and mandating more transparency on how manufacturers set the costs of prescription meds.

Plight of East St. Louis Residents Featured in Emotional Video Series Going Viral on Social Media

East St. Louis parks littered with garbage, swimming pools without water, critical programs such as Meals on Wheels cut for seniors and summer camp programs no longer available for children are among the many tragic consequences of years of fiscal mismanagement by the state.

Happy Pride Month and Remembering Stonewall

2019 is turning out to be a year of two 50th anniversaries…the 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall riots…and the 50th Anniversary of the Chicago Pride Parade! AARP Chicago is extremely excited to be celebrating these milestones all throughout the month of June…and the rest of 2019!

Enough is Enough: These videos show why it's time to act

By Dina Anderson, MAY 29, 2019

IL is broken. The fiscal crisis forces people all across this state, like the ones shown in these videos, to endure heartbreaking struggles and choices. Enough is Enough! Tell your legislators to put people over politics by passing the long-term fiscal plan and Fair Tax now.