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Recent News About Senate Aging Committee
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Gillibrand and Britt introduce bipartisan bill using blockchain tools against senior financial fraud
U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Katie Britt (R-AL) have introduced the Guarding Unprotected Aging Retirees from Deception (GUARD) Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing financial fraud targeting seniors.
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Gillibrand introduces Stop the Scammers Act after cuts to CFPB funding
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, the ranking member of the Senate Aging Committee, has introduced the Stop the Scammers Act in response to significant cuts to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) that followed the recent Republican tax...
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Gillibrand and Warren seek answers on senior protection agency cuts
This week, Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Elizabeth Warren called for answers from the Trump administration regarding federal cuts to agencies that protect seniors from financial frauds and scams.
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Senator Gillibrand backs bill for improved access in Medicare Advantage
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, along with a bipartisan group of senators, has reintroduced the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act.
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Senators oppose proposed cuts affecting senior nutrition programs
U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand, Ron Wyden, Bernie Sanders, Jeff Merkley, Amy Klobuchar, and Chuck Schumer have expressed strong opposition to proposed cuts by the Trump administration to senior nutrition programs.
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Lawmakers press new SSA commissioner Frank Bisignano for answers on social security issues
U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand, Chuck Schumer, Elizabeth Warren, and Ron Wyden have formally welcomed Frank Bisignano as the new Commissioner of the Social Security Administration (SSA).
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Senators criticize plan to dismantle agency aiding seniors' independence
U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand, Bernie Sanders, Ron Wyden, and Tammy Baldwin have led a group of 22 senators in criticizing the Trump administration's plan to dismantle the Administration for Community Living (ACL).
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Medicaid cuts spark concern over impact on vulnerable populations
Cuts to Medicaid funding have raised concerns about the potential negative impact on various vulnerable groups in the United States.
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Gillibrand emphasizes senior wellness at aging committee hearing
U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand and Chairman Rick Scott convened a hearing titled “Improving Wellness Among Seniors: Setting a Standard for the American Dream.” The session focused on health, safety, and...
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Senate committee discusses disability empowerment amid economic challenges
On December 12, 2024, the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging convened a hearing titled "Empowering People with Disabilities to Live, Work, Learn, and Thrive."
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Senate committee addresses rising scams targeting older adults
On September 19, 2024, the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging held a hearing titled "Fighting Fraud: How Scammers are Stealing from Older Adults." The session was led by Ranking Member Mike Braun and Chairman Bob Casey. The focus was on preventing scams, reporting mechanisms for consumers, investigative processes, and resources available to seniors.
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Senate holds hearing addressing healthcare price transparency
Ranking Member Braun’s Opening Statement at Health Care Price Transparency Hearing
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Senator Braun introduces bills addressing priorities for Older Americans Act reauthorization
WASHINGTON—Today, Senator Braun, Ranking Member of the Senate Special Committee on Aging, introduced four bills highlighting his priorities for the Older Americans Act (OAA) reauthorization. These bills address long-term care programs, nutrition programs, national resource centers, and disease prevention and wellness programs for seniors. The OAA was last reauthorized in 2020 and will expire on September 30, 2024.
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Bipartisan bill aims to enhance senior food program delivery
Senators Mike Braun (D-AZ) and Mark Kelly have introduced the Delivering for Rural Seniors Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at enhancing the delivery of the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP), also known as the "senior food box." The CSFP, managed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, provides monthly food boxes to low-income seniors. However, many seniors in rural areas, those with disabilities, and those without reliable transportation often do not receive home delivery services from participating food banks.
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Senate committee reviews impact of Older Americans Act amid rising costs
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Ranking Member Braun Outlines Senate Aging Committee Priorities for FY 2025
Ranking Member Mike Braun has released the top priorities for the Senate Special Committee on Aging for fiscal year (FY) 2025. In a letter addressed to Senate Budget Committee Chairman Sheldon Whitehouse and Ranking Member Chuck Grassley, Senator Braun highlighted key areas of focus for the committee.Senator Braun emphasized the importance of sustaining essential programs for seniors such as Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid, along with improving retirement security and standing up for seniors in the gig economy. He also stressed the need to reduce barriers for...
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Ranking Member Braun’s Opening Statement at Long-Term Care Workforce Hearing
Washington, April 16th, 2024 - Today, U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging Ranking Member Mike Braun made a powerful opening statement at the Long-Term Care Workforce Hearing, alongside Chairman Bob Casey. The hearing focused on addressing shortages and improving the profession within the long-term care workforce.During his remarks, Braun emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, "By 2030, older adults will outnumber children for the first time in our history." He also pointed out the existing shortage of long-term care workers, noting that it is expected to...
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Senator Braun sends letter to Ginnie Mae on Reverse Mortgage Failure
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Mike Braun has taken action by sending a letter to Alanna McCargo, the Acting President of the Government National Mortgage Association ("Ginnie Mae"), to address the challenges arising in HUD's Home Equity Conversion Mortgage Program. The program, commonly known as the reverse mortgage program, has faced difficulties due to the bankruptcy of a key company, prompting concerns about the financial security of seniors.Senator Braun, in his letter, expressed his concerns about the impact of recent failures on older homeowners, stating, "Reverse...
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Senator Braun Announces GAO Audit to Uncover Medicare Fraud
Senator Mike Braun, during an appearance on Fox Business, revealed that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) has accepted his request to audit Medicare in light of recent reports on Medicare fraud. Braun expressed his frustration at the inefficiency and rampant fraud within the system, stating, “Listen to this, $2.7 billion a year on urinary catheters. Part of $60 billion a year and the Medicare trust fund goes broke in four years. The ineptitude of these agencies and the amount of waste and fraud is unbelievable.”In addition to the audit announcement, Senator Braun...
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Braun, Baldwin lead bipartisan bill to ease barriers to farmland ownership for next generation
U.S. Senators Mike Braun and Tammy Baldwin have introduced the bipartisan Farm Transition Act of 2024 aimed at breaking down barriers to farming and agricultural land ownership, providing opportunities for the next generation of farmers and ranchers. Senator Braun emphasized the importance of securing America's food security, stating, "A lot of farms are going to go up for sale and we need to make sure that America isn’t bought up acre by acre by foreign competitors." Senator Baldwin echoed this sentiment, highlighting the significance of Wisconsin's farmland and the need...