Gillibrand Hails Senate's Approval of Her OAA Reauthorization Act

The U.S. Senate recently passed bipartisan legislation that would renew funding for essential services provided by the Older Americans Act (OAA). The OAA Reauthorization Act, led by New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, would renew funding programs that provide nutrition assistance, meal deliveries, transportation services, caregiver support, long-term care, and more. She says the OAA has been a lifeline for seniors since 1965...

Kirsten Gillibrand: what OAA programs do

Gillibrand says those programs serve approximately one out of six older adults annually. However, the New York Democrat said during a video conference call with reporters this week that the programs' long-term future is in jeopardy after the OAA expired at the end of 2024...

Kirsten Gillibrand: jeopardizes long-term future

The bill now awaits action in the House. When asked how likely it would be to get passed quickly in the House, Gillibrand said she feels optimistic.