AARP Outlines Legislative Priorities for 2025

AARP Connecticut has outlined key priorities for the 2025 legislative session, emphasizing the need to address financial issues impacting residents, including high utility costs and affordable prescription drugs. The organization advocates for reforms in the power generation market and the establishment of a Prescription Drug Affordability Board to ensure reasonable drug pricing. In New York, the City Council is considering legislation to improve services for the growing population of older residents, including meal access and financial planning resources. AARP New York has released a comprehensive blueprint recommending over 90 actions for lawmakers to address challenges faced by older adults, such as affordable housing and healthcare costs. In the UAE, Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak announced a commitment to enhance social services for senior citizens, aiming to integrate them into community life and improve their quality of life. These initiatives reflect a broader recognition of the importance of supporting aging populations across different regions.