A bill to protect the seniors of the United States, and for other purposes.

1/14/2025, 5:21 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Bill 119 s 36, also known as the "Senior Protection Act," is a piece of legislation aimed at safeguarding the well-being and rights of senior citizens in the United States. The bill addresses various issues affecting seniors, including financial exploitation, abuse, neglect, and discrimination.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a national registry for caregivers, which would help prevent individuals with a history of abuse or neglect from working with seniors. The bill also includes measures to increase funding for programs that provide support and assistance to seniors, such as Meals on Wheels and senior centers.

Additionally, the bill seeks to strengthen penalties for those who exploit or mistreat seniors, including harsher punishments for financial scams targeting the elderly. It also includes provisions to improve access to healthcare and long-term care services for seniors, as well as measures to address age discrimination in the workplace. Overall, Bill 119 s 36 aims to enhance the quality of life for seniors in the United States and ensure that they are protected from harm and mistreatment. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a crucial step towards promoting the well-being of the growing senior population in the country.
Congress
119

Number
S - 36

Introduced on
2025-01-08

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Bill 119 s 36, also known as the "Senior Protection Act," is a piece of legislation aimed at safeguarding the well-being and rights of senior citizens in the United States. The bill addresses various issues affecting seniors, including financial exploitation, abuse, neglect, and discrimination.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a national registry for caregivers, which would help prevent individuals with a history of abuse or neglect from working with seniors. The bill also includes measures to increase funding for programs that provide support and assistance to seniors, such as Meals on Wheels and senior centers.

Additionally, the bill seeks to strengthen penalties for those who exploit or mistreat seniors, including harsher punishments for financial scams targeting the elderly. It also includes provisions to improve access to healthcare and long-term care services for seniors, as well as measures to address age discrimination in the workplace. Overall, Bill 119 s 36 aims to enhance the quality of life for seniors in the United States and ensure that they are protected from harm and mistreatment. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a crucial step towards promoting the well-being of the growing senior population in the country.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to protect the seniors of the United States, and for other purposes.

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Latest Action1/8/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.