Senate Passes Older Americans Act Reauthorization (OAA)

On December 10, the Senate passed the Older Americans Act Reauthorization Act of 2024 (S.4776), a critical piece of legislation that strengthens and modernizes services for older adults through 2029. OAA, sponsored by Sen. Sanders(I-VT), includes provisions to enhance access to nutrition programs, caregiver support, elder justice initiatives, and other essential services that promote the well-being and independence of older adults. The bill now advances to the House of Representatives for consideration.

LeadingAge influenced the reauthorization by responding to Senate Health Education Labor and Pensions (HELP) committee request for information, participating in key meetings with Senate staffers and working with advocacy groups to shape and advance the OAA reauthorization and will be working to ensure House passage.