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An estimated 41% of American adults have lost money due to fraud or have had sensitive information obtained and used fraudulently. Scammers steal billions from consumers annually and fraud is a serious issue. AARP Iowa is committed to helping Iowans stay informed about how to avoid scams and where to find support and resources in the fight against fraud.
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Are you interested in making an impact in the lives of older adults? AARP has a local presence in Iowa to help people age 50+ to amplify their voice, share resources, and support each other where they live. AARP volunteers help Iowans thrive in communities across the state.
In May, the Iowa Legislature passed a bill to regulate cryptocurrency kiosks, including limiting customer transactions to $1,000 a day.
Advocating on behalf of Iowans age 50+ and giving you a voice at the State Capitol is a top priority for AARP Iowa. During the 2025 legislative session, we engaged on several bills with wide-ranging impacts related to housing, consumer protections, utilities, and more.
The Iowa legislature passed a bill to increase consumer protections and regulation of cryptocurrency kiosks. Iowans have lost millions of dollars to crypto kiosk fraud, and older Iowans are frequently the targets of these scams.
AARP Iowa is reaching out to let members know about resources for retired and active-duty military and their families.
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are residential living units on the same lot as a single-family or primary dwelling. AARP Iowa championed a statewide ADU law that gives all Iowans the right to build an ADU on their property.
Learn how to protect against scams by requesting a talk from one of AARP Iowa’s trained Fraud Watch Network presenters.
AARP Iowa has skilled volunteers available to provide virtual and in-person fraud prevention presentations throughout the state. Our speakers are ready to present to a range of groups including community organizations, private businesses, houses of worship, senior centers and others.
AARP Iowa works with community members and decision-makers to inform and enact positive change on the issues that affect all of us as we age. This includes health and independence, financial security and making our communities more livable for all Iowans.
For nearly two years, Jessica Andino and her fellow affordable housing advocates have been making the rounds in Johnson County, urging local leaders to make it easier to build accessory dwelling units.
The Iowa Legislature’s 2025 session kicks off on Monday, Jan. 13, and AARP is seeking volunteers to urge lawmakers to enact policies to help improve the lives of older residents throughout the state.
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