AARP Eye Center
AARP Nebraska
News that matters for Nebraskans over 50
Governor Jim Pillen has officially proclaimed August 2025 as the ‘90th Anniversary of Social Security’ in Nebraska, recognizing the program’s enduring impact on the lives of Nebraskans and Americans nationwide.
Don't miss these upcoming AARP Nebraska events near you!
Join AARP’s Fight to Protect Social Security! Sign up to be an AARP activist, and tell lawmakers to protect and save the program.
Support is finally on the way for Nebraska’s 179,000 family caregivers with the newly passed Caregiver Tax Credit starting in the 2025 tax year. Find out if you may qualify with our short questionnaire.
Stay alert, Nebraska! Here are the latest scams to watch out for.
AARP Nebraska listens and advocates for what is important to our members and Nebraskans 50 and over. AARP staff and volunteers work to give you a voice at the state and federal level.
Consider AARP Nebraska when planning programs for your community group or organization. Our presentations offer practical tools and actionable insights to help Nebraskans aged 50+ live their best lives. Sessions typically run 30 to 60 minutes and can be customized to fit your group’s needs.
Beck will guide AARP Nebraska’s efforts to serve the state’s nearly 180,000 members aged 50 and older. She will chair the Executive Council, partnering with the State Director to provide strategic vision and leadership at the state and community levels. Additionally, Beck will serve as Nebraska’s chief volunteer spokesperson for AARP.
Over 35 AARP Nebraska volunteers and constituents convened at the Nebraska State Capitol the week of March 17 to engage with lawmakers and advocate for issues critical to residents aged 50 and older, including aging in place, affordable housing, social connectedness, and fraud prevention. Representing cities across the state, they shared personal stories with state senators to highlight the impact of these challenges.
With a state office in Lincoln and a volunteer-run information center in Omaha, we’re here in Nebraska working on behalf of our 200,000+ members and their families.
On March 11, Governor Jim Pillen signed Nebraska Legislative Bill 609, the Controllable Electronic Record Fraud Prevention Act, into law. Introduced by State Senator Eliot Bostar and endorsed by AARP Nebraska, the bill successfully passed its final reading on March 6.
Fraudsters continue to employ familiar scam tactics—such as romance scams, investment schemes, and government impersonations—but are now increasingly soliciting payments through cryptocurrency kiosks.
Nebraska’s cryptocurrency landscape has been evolving, and so have the risks associated with it. The Nebraska Legislature’s proposed Controllable Electronic Record Fraud Prevention Act (Legislative Bill 609), introduced by State Senator Eliot Bostar and endorsed by AARP Nebraska, passed final reading on March 6, and now awaits Governor Pillen’s signature to become law.
Under a new city ordinance in Omaha, individuals or businesses operating or providing access to a cryptocurrency ATM must post a written notice that warns consumers of the potential fraud risks associated with using such machines.
By building trust and forging deep emotional connections, scammers can manipulate their victims into making financial decisions they would not normally consider.
AARP Nebraska invites eligible, local nonprofit organizations and government entities to apply for the 2025 AARP Community Challenge grant program, now through March 5, 2025, at 4 p.m. Central. AARP Community Challenge grants fund quick-action projects that help communities become more livable by improving public places, transportation, housing, digital connections, and more.
LB609, introduced by State Senator Eliot Bostar and endorsed by AARP Nebraska, aims to establish regulations for cryptocurrency kiosks, commonly known as digital currency ATMs. The proposed requirements include the licensing of state operators, imposing daily transaction limits, issuing fraud warning notices, providing transactional information receipts, and capping fees.
Search AARP Nebraska
Connecting you to what matters most, like neighbors do. Find events, volunteer opportunities and more near you.
Sign Up & Stay Connected
Sections
About AARP Nebraska
Contact information and more from your state office. Learn what we are doing to champion social change and help you live your best life.