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Our 2024 Advocacy
2024 LEGISLATIVE SESSION
During the Oregon legislature's short 5-week session, AARP Oregon advocated on issues important to our more than 500,000 Oregon members and all Oregonians 50+ and their families. Check out our 2024 Legislative Agenda and our 2024 Legislative Report.
Workplace Age Discrimination: Thanks to the help and support of our members, volunteers, and advocates, legislators heard from us and HB 3187 passed the House by a vote of 42-16 and the Senate 20-9. And on May 22, Governor Tina Kotek signed our bill into law. The below is archival information.
55% of Oregon workers 40+ have seen and experienced workplace age discrimination. More than 50% of those who had applied for a job were asked about their age, date of birth or graduation date, which we know is a barrier to getting a foot in the door for an interview. This issue affects all Oregonians, regardless of party affiliation and support for updating the law is shared across the political spectrum.
Passing HB 3187 will fix Oregon’s workplace age discrimination problem.
Learn more about the issue here.
ODHS Audit
People living in long-term care facilities deserve safe, quality care. AARP Oregon is tracking developments following the tragic death of a memory care resident last year. Read the Letter from AARP Oregon to the Governor regarding the audit she has directed ODHS-APD to conduct related to care of vulnerable older adults living in long-term care.
Joint Committee on Transportation
An important aspect of our work in the state is advocating for livable and age-friendly communities, including expanding transportation and mobility options, and ensuring that people have safe, convenient, and affordable ways to get around their community. The Joint Committee on Transportation aims to improve the state's transportation system by gathering community input and making recommendations. Read our Volunteer State President's letter to the Committee on expanding transportation options for all Oregonians and making Oregon age-friendly and livable for people of all ages and abilities.
Testimony - Safety, Rights and Regulatory Oversight of Assisted Living and Memory Care Facilities
Andrea Meyer, AARP Oregon Director of Government Relations, testified in front of the Senate Committee on Human Services on May 29, 2024 calling for the state to protect residents of Assisted Living and Memory Care Facilities.
Our 2023 Advocacy
Read our 2023 State Legislative Report
AARP Oregon 2022-2023 Policy Priorities
AARP Oregon Submits Testimony on HB 2800
On February 6, AARP Oregon staff and volunteers showed up to support HB 2800--our workplace age discrimination bill--before the House Business & Labor Committee. Andrea Meyer, Director of Government Relations testified and AARP volunteers also submitted testimony in support.
Governor Kotek Proclaims May 2023 as Older Americans Month
Our 2022 Advocacy
2022 Gubernatorial Video Voter Guide
We asked the 2022 Candidates for Oregon's Governor how they would handle a variety of issues. Here's how they answered.
Our State, Our Future: Virtual Townhalls
AARP Oregon held a four-part virtual townhall series for Oregonians statewide to make their voices heard as they learned about critical issues impacting the 50+ community. From June through September 2022, Our State, Our Future townhalls featured subject matter experts and provided participants the opportunity to share their perspectives and experiences on issues that matter to them.
Creating an Age-Friendly State | September 15, 2022 | Watch the recording here! Access Passcode: vw!=2rSH
Financial Resilience: Age-Discrimination and Retirement | August 11 | Watch the recording here!
Access Passcode: #Financial3
Financial Resilience Resources
Livable Communities: Housing & Transportation | July 14 | Watch the recording here!
Access Passcode: 2Livable#
Caregiving and Long-Term Care | June 16 | Watch the recording here!
Access Passcode: !Care123
Resources
- Oregon’s Aging & Disabilities Resource Connection (ADRC)
Free referrals and assistance at 1-855-ORE-ADRC or adrcoforegon.org - Office of LTC Ombudsman (OLTCO)
1-800-522-2602 or oltco.org/oltco - Oregon Wings
Information on adult guardianship at wingsoregon.org - AARP
Resources for caregivers and families at aarp.org/caregiving
Information on How to Vote in Oregon’s 2022 Elections
AARP Oregon Election Voting Guide
About AARP Oregon
Contact information and more from your state office. Learn what we are doing to champion social change and help you live your best life.