Advocacy

Jocelyn Benson talks about ballot security and new Michigan election rules and voter rights at AARP Michigan's Rock the Vote event in Lansing.

Bill would create a new, less regulated insurance market that could put consumers at risk

Benefit Consortia and Association Health Plans Are Bad for Virginians

Hey Big Drug Companies – Time to End Price Gouging!

According to a new AARP state survey, two-thirds (66%) of Washington registered voters feel anxious about having enough money to live comfortably throughout their retirement years – and for a good reason. AARP’s survey of voters ages 25 to 64 showed that more than a third (35%) have saved less than $25,000 for retirement. Almost one quarter (22%) have less than $5,000 saved.

AARP will speak Tuesday, February 25 at the Arizona Corporation Commission’s two day workshop on allowing some or all customers to bypass utility service (Docket 18-0405, Modification to Commission’s Retail Electric Competition Rules). AARP opposes so-called retail choice as proposed by two of the Commissioners in the Docket.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer issues executive order launching the Prescription Drug Task Force. Members include Republican and Democratic legislators and administration department heads.

Following the celebration of President’s Day, the action in the legislature will be fast and furious for the next few weeks!

By Michelle Ries - NCIOM