Advocacy

AARP filed to intervene on behalf of residential customers in Xcel Energy’s proposal to increase residential natural gas rates in 2024. The proposed rate increase would raise monthly bills by 12.5% or $6.75 per month for residential customers.

** High-Priority Nursing Home Quality Legislation Approved **

AARP Texas and KSAT hosted a recent conversation about the future of Social Security. Starting 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, watch a 30-minute segment from the event.

AARP Pennsylvania recently released key findings from its first 2024 election survey that shows candidates should pay close attention to Pennsylvanians age 50 and older. The survey also revealed that the priorities and concerns of Pennsylvania women voters 50 and older will likely influence the outcome of the 2024 election and could be the difference in this election.

AARP Texas fought hard this legislative session on issues important to older Texans and their families, and lawmakers listened. From prescription drug affordability and funding for adult protective services to high-speed internet access, and much more, we achieved several victories for Texans age 50-plus.

Every state in the United States has their own voting processes. Refresh yourself on the processes of the Bay State so that you will be prepared for later this year. Both sessions are online and available to sign up for at no cost.

Demarcus Andrews of Durham, NC, has joined AARP North Carolina as Associate State Director of Advocacy. Among his responsibilities will be working with AARP Advocates and others to help advance state legislation and policy proposals to meet the needs of North Carolinians as they age.

How did seniors fare in the 2024 Alaska Legislative Session? AARP Alaska saw major victories in legislative budget priorities, and we see room for further advocacy on several priorities.

The discussion will focus on AARP’s continued advocacy efforts at the Oklahoma Corporation Commission regarding utility rate hikes for OG&E and PSO customers.

The 2019 session of the Texas Legislature resulted in passage of bills that AARP Texas is calling on Governor Greg Abbott to sign into law to improve the wellbeing of older Texans and other consumers.