AARP testified in favor legislation to regulate cryptocurrency ATMs in Massachusetts. AARP The bill includes fee caps, daily limits, and transparency, with strong backing from law enforcement. This effort follows similar AARP-led laws in 18 states.
AARP Massachusetts State Director Jen Benson testified in favor of a bill that will help the 780,000 caregivers in Massachusetts with a $1500 tax credit, work place protection, respite vouchers and allowing spouses to be paid as a caregiver among other provisions.
AARP Massachusetts is urging lawmakers to support vital measures that uplift older adults and caregivers; paying spouses as caregivers, increasing personal needs allowances, and protections for vulnerable MassHealth applicants. All three issues were part of a July 1st healthcare hearing
Governor Healey signed the 2026 Massachusetts budget into law on the 4th of July. The budget invests in older residents and supports the Commonwealth’s 780,000 family caregivers allowing people to age with dignity in their own homes and communities-where they want to. The governor did veto a key proposal that would set up a plan that allows more people to save for retirement.
As we get older, staying in our homes and communities becomes more important than ever. But property taxes can make that hard for many older adults in Massachusetts. That’s why AARP is supporting An Act Relative to Senior Property Tax Deferral
AARP Massachusetts testified in support of House Bill 3804 and Senate Bill 2419 to make streets safer by allowing towns to extend crosswalk signals—helping older adults and anyone who needs more time to cross.
In 2025, AARP Massachusetts is working to support caregivers, fight fraud and make Massachusetts even more livable. Learn about our legislative priorities and sign up for SMS Advocacy Alerts.