AARP New York

We have postponed all AARP New York events across the state. While convening events is a core part of our mission, we want to protect everyone’s health and safety in light of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. We will be back in touch with you when events are rescheduled.

Urge Rx Price Control Board, ‘EPIC’ Expansion in New State Budget Due April 1

With the ongoing struggle of affording high prescription drugs costs, AARP and other advocates will work with Gov. Andrew Cuomo and state lawmakers to turn his three-part plan to tackle drug prices into reality.

It's a packed house at AARPNY today as we partner with the New York City Department of Finance (DOF) to raise awareness of significant property tax breaks known as exemptions available for qualifying seniors, veterans, clergy members, and people with disabilities.

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AARP, Asian American Federation, Hispanic Federation, NAACP, Urban League Unveil New Research, Urge Legislative & Policy Solutions to Level Playing Field

AARP Urges NYS Lawmakers to Support Proposals to Increase Accessibility of Affordable Drugs, Crack Down on Price Gouging, Expose Costly Deals

ALBANY, N.Y. – AARP New York State Director Beth Finkel today released the following statement in response to Governor Andrew Cuomo’s 2020-21 Executive Budget proposal:

Low Income and Middle Class families take the hit.ALBANY, N.Y. – AARP New York State Director Beth Finkel today released the following statement about the New York State Public Service Commission’s (PSC) approval of a $1.2 billion, three-year Consolidated Edison rate hike that will raise residential customers’ delivery rates by 25% on gas used for cooking, 34% on gas used for heating, and 16% on electricity: