| April 2, 2020
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Amata Assures Seniors That CARES Act $1,200 Checks Include Those Receiving Social Security
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Rep. Aumua Amata Radewagen
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| April 2, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Seema Verma, Admin. of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and the Hon. Robert Redfield, Dir. of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Casey, Wyden Urge Trump Administration to Release Secret List of Nursing Facilities With Cases of COVID-19
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Sen. Ron Wyden, ...
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| April 2, 2020
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Congressman Kim Announces Win For Seniors In Need of Direct Relief Payments
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Sen. Andy Kim
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| April 2, 2020
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Following Chairman Neal's Request, Treasury Decides to Automatically Issue Economic Impact Payments to Social Security Beneficiaries
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Rep. Richard Neal
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| April 2, 2020
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Tweet - "This is the right decision & I'm glad the IRS is taking @SenateDems advice. Forcing Social Security recipients to file tax returns would have been an unnecessary delay. The American people need relief now. The sooner we can get this cash into their hands, the better."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| April 2, 2020
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Tweet - "We fought for $100 billion in desperately needed aid for our healthcare providers--hospitals, community health centers, nursing homes, and more I made crystal clear in a call with @SecAzar that these funds need to be released NOW Providers in New York and nationwide can't wait!"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 1, 2020
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Following Chairman Neal's Request, Treasury Decides to Automatically Issue Economic Impact Payments to Social Security Beneficiaries
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Rep. Richard Neal
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| April 1, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Department of Treasury and Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - Capito Works to Ensure Seniors Don't Have to File Additional Forms for COVID-19 Assistance
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Sen. John Barrasso, ...
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| April 1, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Dept. of the Treasury, and the Hon. Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - Congressmen Panetta Co-Leads Letter Urging IRS to Provide Automatic COVID-19 Relief Payments to Social Security and SSI Beneficiaries
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Rep. Linda Sánchez, ...
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| April 1, 2020
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Congressman Kim Calls on Administration to Help Veterans, Seniors Collect Direct Relief Payments
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Sen. Andy Kim
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| April 1, 2020
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Reps. Lee, Grothman Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support Older American Employment Program Amid COVID-19
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Rep. Glenn Grothman, ...
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| April 1, 2020
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Daines Ensures Social Security Recipients Will Automatically Receive Direct Checks
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Sen. Steve Daines
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| April 1, 2020
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Tweet - "To the IRS and the Social Security Administration: Social Security recipients, our vulnerable seniors, and people with disabilities MUST be able to get the critical direct cash assistance from our new coronavirus response bill without having to file tax returns."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 1, 2020
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Tweet - "We called for this. Because Social Security recipients, our vulnerable seniors, and people with disabilities MUST get the critical direct cash assistance from our new coronavirus response bill without having to file tax returns."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| April 1, 2020
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Following Calls from Hassan, Brown, and Colleagues, Treasury Reverses Course and Says Social Security Beneficiaries Do Not Need to File Tax Returns to Receive COVID-19 Direct Cash Assistance
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Sen. Maggie Hassan, ...
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| March 31, 2020
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Chairman Neal Calls for Seniors to Receive Economic Impact Payments Automatically, Without Filing an Additional Return
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Rep. Richard Neal
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| March 30, 2020
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Tweet - "Thanks to @stevensonhs students Kiran, Allen, & Jonathan who used their tech saavy & creativity to bring their band concerts to local assisted living facilities virtually."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 30, 2020
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Fitzpatrick and Cartwright Introduce Bill to Provide Federal Funding for Senior Legal Hotlines
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Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick
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| March 30, 2020
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Tweet - "The coronavirus outbreak has left many Americans isolated from their families, friends, & loved ones - especially our seniors. Nice to see Chicagoans come together as #PandemicPals to help bring joy & companionship to isolated seniors."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 30, 2020
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Tweet - "According to the @CDCgov , senior citizens are at higher risk of serious COVID-19 illness. It is important to #StayHome. If you need assistance, please know there are resources to support you and your loved ones:"
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Sen. Ben Luján
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| March 27, 2020
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CORONAVIRUS: Murray Calls for Multiemployer Pension Crisis Solution to Protect Families From Additional Financial Uncertainty
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| March 27, 2020
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Bonamici Statement In Support of Passage of Coronavirus Relief Package
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Rep. Suzanne Bonamici
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| March 27, 2020
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U.S. Senator Tina Smith's Legislation to Prevent Social Isolation Among Seniors and Improve Care for Tribal Elders Becomes Law
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Sen. Tina Smith
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| March 27, 2020
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Tweet - "When siblings & restaurant owners Jennifer & William Eason heard about home-bound seniors in Evanston in need of hot meals, they decided to step in & provide the meals themselves. Proud to see Illinoisans caring for one another."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 27, 2020
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Tweet - "In this time of crisis, when Iowans are pulling together, it's utterly appalling & disgusting to see scammers going after our seniors. This cannot continue. I'm calling for a crackdown on these horrendous criminals & for more info to be available for those most at-risk."
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Sen. Joni Ernst
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| March 27, 2020
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Ernst Calls for Crackdown on Scammers Targeting Seniors During COVID-19 Pandemic
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Sen. Joni Ernst
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| March 26, 2020
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The President Signs Into Law Bipartisan Legislation Cosponsored by Senators Shaheen, Hassan to Reauthorize the Older Americans Act
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Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
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| March 26, 2020
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Tillis Co-Sponsored Bill to Reauthorize Older Americans Act Signed Into Law
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Sen. Thom Tillis
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| March 26, 2020
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Tweet - "Between lessons at home, young students in Pana are crafting thoughtful cards for residents in local retirement homes to brighten their day during these uncertain times. As these students show us, you're never to young to help your neighbor."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 26, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Joseph J. Simons, Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission - Sinema, Bipartisan Group of Senators Urge Key Agency to Better Protect Arizona Seniors from Coronavirus Scams
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Sen. Maggie Hassan, ...
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| March 26, 2020
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Tweet - "The coronavirus pandemic has struck fear in communities across the world -- and scammers are not missing the opportunity to use that fear to their advantage. The @FTC must do more to protect vulnerable communities -- especially seniors -- from scams related to this outbreak."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 25, 2020
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Older Americans Act Signed Into Law
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Rep. Jamie Comer
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| March 25, 2020
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Senators Collins and Casey's Bill to Reauthorize Older Americans Act Signed into Law
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Sen. Susan Collins, ...
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| March 25, 2020
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Bonamici Update to Older Americans Act Signed Into Law
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Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, ...
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| March 25, 2020
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Rep. Susie Lee's Bipartisan Older Americans Act Reauthorization Signed into Law
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Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, ...
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| March 24, 2020
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Merkley, Wyden Announce New Funding to Provide Meals to Low-Income Seniors
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Sen. Jeff Merkley, ...
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| March 23, 2020
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Bergman Proposes Financial Protection for Seniors During COVID-19 Market Impact
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Rep. Jack Bergman
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| March 23, 2020
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O'Halleran, Smith Lead Bipartisan Group to Call on Congressional Leadership to Prioritize Seniors' Health During Coronavirus Crisis
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Rep. Adrian Smith, ...
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| March 22, 2020
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Tweet - "Health care workers need our support in their fight to contain coronavirus. I'm introducing the Helping Health Care Workers Afford Child & Elder Care Act with @SenatorShaheen to help make sure our health care workers are able to care for their loved ones as they work long hours."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 21, 2020
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Senators Hassan, Shaheen Introduce Bill to Help Mitigate COVID-19 Risk to Seniors and People with Disabilities
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Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
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| March 21, 2020
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Larson Praises Senate Democrats' Social Security COVID-19 Relief Proposal
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Rep. John Larson
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| March 21, 2020
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Tweet - "The Grassley-Wyden prescription drug pricing reduction act would cap seniors out of pocket costs This is especially relevant as seniors are a very at risk population for coronavirus No senior should go bankrupt fighting this deadly virus"
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Sen. Chuck Grassley
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| March 20, 2020
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Shaheen Introducing Legislation to Provide Child Care and Elder Care to Health Care Workers to Help Respond to Coronavirus Surge
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Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
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| March 20, 2020
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Following Push by Senator Collins, HHS Releases New Guidance to Ensure Nutrition Needs of Seniors are Met During Coronavirus Pandemic
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Sen. Susan Collins
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| March 20, 2020
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Deutch, Task Force on Aging & Families Lead Effort to Provide Relief for Seniors, People with Disabilities during Coronavirus Pandemic
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| March 20, 2020
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Tweet - "Seniors and any other Illinoisans who are particularly vulnerable to coronavirus can find special shopping hours at grocery stores, pharmacies, and other retailers here:"
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 19, 2020
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Klobuchar, Casey Introduce Legislation to Increase Seniors' Virtual Connection to Health Care and Community Amidst Coronavirus Outbreak
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Sen. Amy Klobuchar, ...
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| March 19, 2020
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Casey Introduces Bill to Protect Seniors and People With Disabilities from Coronavirus
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Rep. Debbie Dingell, ...
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| March 19, 2020
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Van Hollen, Cardin, and Colleagues Press Coronavirus Task Force on Situation in Nursing Homes and Preparedness for Seniors, People with Disabilities
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| March 19, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Hon. Richard Neal, Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, and the Hon. Bobby Scott, Chair of the House Education and Labor Committee - Stevens: Include Butch Lewis Act in COVID-19 Relief Package
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Rep. Haley Stevens, ...
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| March 19, 2020
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Task Force on Aging & Families Lead Effort to Provide Relief for Seniors, People with Disabilities During Coronavirus Pandemic
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Rep. Ayanna Pressley, ...
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| March 19, 2020
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Durbin, Colleague Introduce Bill To Protect Seniors Income And Retirement During Coronavirus Pandemic
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 19, 2020
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Matsui, Task Force on Aging & Families Lead Effort to Provide Relief for Seniors, People with Disabilities During Coronavirus Pandemic
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Rep. Doris Matsui
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| March 18, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Andrew Saul, Commissioner of the Social Security Administration - Ways and Means Leaders Urge Social Security Administration to Safeguard Health and Minimize Disruptions Amid Coronavirus Crisis
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Rep. Richard Neal, ...
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| March 18, 2020
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Tweet - ". @alzassociation provides critical funding towards medical research & our nation's caregivers. This pandemic will undoubtedly impact nonprofits, & during my call with @alzassociation CEO Harry Johns, I reiterated that I won't forget about these organizations during this crisis."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 18, 2020
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Larson Introduces Coronavirus Relief Bill to Expand Social Security
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Rep. John Larson
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| March 17, 2020
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Tweet - "Older Americans are at a higher risk when dealing with #COVID19. Please make sure you follow @CDCgov guidelines & keep the older adults in your life in mind during this difficult time. Every American -- young & old -- bears the responsibility of slowing the spread of this virus."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 17, 2020
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Daines: Trump Admin Expanding Medicare Telehealth Services During Coronavirus Outbreak
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Sen. Steve Daines
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| March 17, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Andrew Saul, Commissioner of the Social Security Administration - Reps. Larson, DeLauro, Hayes Lead Letter Urging Social Security Administration to Protect Workers Against Coronavirus
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Rep. Jahana Hayes, ...
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| March 16, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Following Push by Senator Collins, HHS Releases New Guidance to Ensure Nutrition Needs of Seniors are Met During Coronavirus Pandemic
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Sen. Susan Collins
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| March 16, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Kathleen Kraninger, Dir. of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau - McHenry Leads Work to Protect Seniors from Coronavirus Financial Scams
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Rep. Andy Barr, ...
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| March 16, 2020
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Tweet - "We still have a long way to go on making prescription drugs more affordable but, because of the Affordable Care Act, we closed the Medicare donut hole & nearly 12 million seniors are paying less for their medications."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| March 13, 2020
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Bipartisan Legislation to Reauthorize Older Americans Act Heads to President's Desk to Be Signed Into Law
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Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
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| March 13, 2020
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Bipartisan Legislation to Reauthorize Older Americans Act Heads to President's Desk to Be Signed Into Law
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Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
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| March 12, 2020
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Letter to Mike Pence, Vice President of the United States - Shaheen, Hassan Press Coronavirus Task Force on Situation in Nursing Homes
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Sen. Elizabeth Warren, ...
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| March 12, 2020
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Reps. Kind, Barragán, and Trahan Introduce Legislation to Ensure Free Coronavirus Testing for Seniors
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Rep. Nanette Barragán, ...
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| March 12, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mike Pence, Vice President of the United States - Casey, Colleagues Press Coronavirus Task Force on Situation in Nursing Homes and Preparedness for Seniors, People with Disabilities
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| March 12, 2020
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DeLauro Statement on Closure of New Haven Public Schools and Senior Centers
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Rep. Rosa DeLauro
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| March 12, 2020
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Joni Ernst: Let's Each Do Our Part to Protect Our Seniors and Fellow Iowans
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Sen. Joni Ernst
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| March 11, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services and the Hon. Seema Verma, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - Schakowsky & Blumenthal Demand Answers From CMS After Unsatisfactory Nursing Home Infection Control Guidance For Coronavirus Preparedness
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Rep. Jan Schakowsky, ...
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| March 11, 2020
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Older Americans Act Heads to President's Desk
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Rep. Dusty Johnson
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| March 11, 2020
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Rep. Bonamici, Chairman Scott Celebrate Final Passage of Supporting Older Americans Act
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Rep. Susie Lee, ...
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| March 11, 2020
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Committee Leadership Celebrate Final Passage of Supporting Older Americans Act
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Rep. Bobby Scott, ...
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| March 11, 2020
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Tweet - "The public also needs clear guidance from the federal government on coronavirus It's been reported federal health officials recommended older Americans refrain from air travel--but the White House overruled What happened here? What's the recommendation of federal health experts?"
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| March 10, 2020
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Tillis Co-Sponsored Bill to Reauthorize Older Americans Act Passes Senate Unanimously
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Sen. Thom Tillis
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