Senate Bill 3057
116th Congress(2019-2020)
Modernization of the Older Americans Act Amendments
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Dec 16, 2019
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
3057
Congress
116
Policy Area
Social Welfare
Social Welfare
Primary focus of measure is public assistance and Social Security programs; social services matters, including community service, volunteer, and charitable activities. Measures concerning such health programs as Medicare and Medicaid may fall under Health policy area.
No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Modernization of the Older American Act Amendments
This bill establishes, reauthorizes, and revises several programs administered by the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Labor relating to care for the elderly.
For example, the bill reauthorizes and revises programs that support
- caregivers of the elderly,
- nutritional services,
- disease prevention and health promotion services,
- community and workforce training regarding elder care, and
- abuse and neglect prevention services.
The bill also establishes several entities and programs to further support elder care, including initiatives that aim to reduce social isolation for the elderly.
December 16, 2019
12/16/2019
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S7053-7057)
12/16/2019
Introduced in Senate
Public Record
Record Updated
Oct 28, 2022 1:45:56 AM