Advocacy

Sweeping bipartisan legislation to end surprise medical billing in Texas was filed in the Legislature today, garnering high praise from AARP Texas as a monumental step toward protecting consumers from often sky-high unexpected medical charges.

February witnessed AARP Georgia spearheading events that transcended mere gatherings, becoming milestones in the pursuit of advocacy, financial security, and cultural enrichment.

AARP supports critical property tax relief for older adults, funding to expand affordable housing options and efforts to increase financial security in retirement.

Though retired from a business management consulting career, Mari Okabayashi stays active as a champion for older persons and volunteer for AARP in Houston. This month, Okabayashi accepted a two-year appointment to serve on the AARP Texas Executive Council.

State lawmakers have filed bills to help bring high-speed internet to rural Texas.

Program provides free tax prep help to all.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Before we get to our update on what happened in Pierre, this week, we want you to be watching for another email coming from us soon on the House State Affairs Committee Hearing on SJR501. As a reminder, this is the resolution that would place a measure on the November ballot related to work reporting requirements for some individuals eligible under Medicaid expansion. When you see that action alert email, please take a moment to send a message to committee members urging them to respect the will of the voters who passed Medicaid expansion and vote NO on SJR 501.

Adults in Five-County Region Report Mounting Responsibilities, Stress from Helping with Caregiving While Juggling Work and Family

Likely WV voters 45+ express strong support for elimination of state tax on Social Security

The launch of the Ohio Nursing Home Navigator by the Ohio Department of Aging will help Ohioans to have all necessary information and performance data in one place when selecting a long-term care facility.