ms SHANNON RUSSELL

PL 117-70, Further Extending Government Funding Act. S. 1295, TRUST Act of 2021 H.R. 5376, Build Back Better Act.

HR. 5376, Build Back Better Act. H.R. 5380, Senior Guardianship Social Security Protection Act of 2019. H.R. 1215, the Fraud and Scam Reduction Act. S. 337, the Stop Senior Scams Act. S. 349, the Senior Fraud Prevention Act. H.R. 2668, the Consumer Protection and Recovery Act. No bill number. Discussed legislation to curb senior fraud and scams. No bill number. Discussed Covid-19 scams. HR 5914, Empowering States to Protect Seniors from Bad Actors Act.

H.R. 5376, Build Back Better Act. S. 1670/H.R. 3321, Credit for Caring Act. H.R. 4345, Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, FY 2022.

H.R. 3733, Essential Caregivers Act. No bill number. Discussed visitation protocols, mental health needs, dementia, and short-term delirium in hospitals. No bill number. Discussed COVID-19, nursing home and long-term care facility residents and staff, visitation, vaccination, and boosters. No bill number. Discussed crisis standards of care and COVID-19. No bill number. Discussed COVID-19 health care worker vaccination requirements for certain Medicare and/or Medicaid certified providers and suppliers. P.L. 117-2. American Rescue Plan Act. No bill number. Discussed CMS nursing home visitation guidance, COVID-19 booster rates for nursing home residents and staff, and public reporting of such data. No bill number. Discussed nursing home disaster preparedness.

S. 1770/H.R. 2954 SECURE Act. No bill number. Discussed retirement plan portability.

H.R. 3992, Protect Older Job Applicants Act. H.R. 2062/ S. 880, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act.

No bill number. Discussed 3G sunset. No bill number. Discussed the Algorithmic Accountability Act of 2021. H.R. 3684, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. S.2729, Device Access for Every American Act. No bill number. Discussed the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (RDOF). No bill number. Discussed the Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) program. No Bill number. Discussed reconciliation and the inclusion of devices. No bill number. Discussed Universal Service Fund (USF) contribution reform. No bill number. Discussed the Affordable Connectivity Program. H.R.1841, the Digital Equity Act of 2021.

H.R. 5376, Build Back Better Act. H.R. 4550, Transportation, Housing & Urban Development Appropriations Act, FY 2022. H.R. 3684, Infrastructure Investment Jobs Act. S.2420, the Electric Bicycle Incentive Kickstart for the Environment Act. No bill number. Discussed implementation of Thriving Communities program and roadway safety. H.R. 4550, Transportation, Housing & Urban Development Appropriations Act, FY 2022.

H.R. 5380, Senior Guardianship Social Security Protection Act of 2019. S. 1295, TRUST Act of 2021. S. 1770/H.R. 2954, SECURE Act. H.R. 5637, Meeting our Seniors Social Security Needs Act. H.R. 5723, Social Security 2100: A Sacred Trust Act. S. 3070, Safeguarding American Families and Expanding Social Security Act of 2021. H.R. 5834, Equal Treatment of Public Servants Act of 2021. No bill number. Discussed financial literacy for older Americans. No bill number. Discussed customer service provided by the Social Security Administration. No bill number. Discussed Supplemental Security Income program. No bill number. Discussed the earnings limits for those with disabilities receiving Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. No bill number. Discussed the taxation of Social Security benefits. No bill number. Discussed exempting COVID-19 hazard pay from the Social Security retirement earnings limit. No bill number. Discussed the Social Security retirement earnings limit. H.R. 4502, Labor, Health & Human Services Appropriations Act, FY 2022. No bill number. Discussed retirement plan portability.

H.R. 5376, Build Back Better Act. H.R. 3733, Essential Caregivers Act. No bill number. Discussed advanced illness/end-of-life issues. No bill number. Discussed Covid-19, nursing home and long-term care facility residents and staff visitation, vaccination, and boosters. No bill number. Discussed long-term services and supports workforce roundtable. S. 2210/H.R. 4131 Better Care Better Jobs Act. No bill number. Discussed Oregon Project Independence (OPI) and Family Caregiver Assistance Program (FCAP) 1115 Demonstration Waiver Application. No bill number. Discussed COVID-19 health care worker vaccination requirements for certain Medicare and/or Medicaid certified providers and suppliers. No bill number. Discussed access to home and community-based services,long-term services and supports, and employment for older adults and people with disabilities. P.L. 117-2. American Rescue Plan Act. No bill number. Discussed CMS nursing home visitation guidance, COVID-19 booster rates for nursing home residents and staff, and public reporting of such data. No bill number. Discussed individuals dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. S. 2694/H.R. 5169, Nursing Home Improvement and Accountability Act. No bill number. Discussed Medicare Part B premiums. H.R. 4502, Labor, Health & Human Services Appropriations Act, FY 2022.

H.R. 5376 Build Back Better Act. H.R. 4356, Agriculture, Rural Development Appropriations Act, FY 2022. H.R. 5260, Reduced Costs and Continued Cures Act. No bill number. Discussed prescription drug prices and Medicare. No bill number. Discussed comparative effectiveness review.

H.R. 5376, the Build Back Better Act. H.R. 3733, Essential Caregivers Act. H.R. 3321/S. 1670 - Credit for Caring Act No bill number. Discussed visitation protocols, mental health needs, dementia, and short-term delirium in hospitals. S. 2890, Provider Training in Palliative Care Act. No bill number. Discussed advanced illness/end-of-life. No bill number. Discussed Covid-19, nursing home and long-term care facility residents and staff, visitation, vaccination, boosters. No bill number. Discussed crisis standards of care. No bill number. Discussed long-term services and supports workforce roundtable. No bill number. Comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on the interim final rule with comment on COVID-19 health care worker vaccination requirements for certain Medicare and/or Medicaid certified providers and suppliers. P.L. 117-2. American Rescue Plan Act. H.R. 4502, Labor, Health & Human Services Appropriations Act, FY 2022. S.2307, the COVID-19 and Pandemic Response Centers of Excellence Act of 2021. No bill number. Discussed the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. H.R. 5724/S. 3064, White House Conference on Food, Nutrition, Hunger, and Health Act. S. 19, FEED Act. S. 2210/H.R. 4131, Better Care Better Jobs Act. S. 3431, the Revitalizing the Aging Network Act. No bill number. Aging Innovation Act. No bill number. Discussed United States Preventive Services Task Force report to Congress. Discussed draft insulin legislation.

S. 4571, the Census Deadline Extensions Act of 2020. H.R. 1230/S. 485, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act.

S. 2543, the Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act. H.R. 7288, the Taxpayer Research and Coronavirus Knowledge (TRACK) Act. No bill number. Discussed COVID-19 vaccine development, approval, and distribution. No bill number. Discussed mail-order prescription drugs. H.R. 19/S. 3129, Lower Cost More Cures Act. H.R. 3, Elijah E. Cummings Lower Cost Drugs Now Act.

Discussed extension of SNAP programs.

No bill number. Discussed funding for nursing homes, home and community-based services, and other institutional care in next COVID-19 package. S. 3768/H.R. 6972, Nursing Home COVID-19 Protection and Prevention Act. H.R. 6800, Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act (Heroes Act). S. 3517/ H.R. 6487, Advancing Connectivity during the Coronavirus to Ensure Support for Seniors Act (ACCESS Act). H.R. 7617, Defense, Commerce, Justice, Science, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Transportation, Housing ,and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2021. S. 4182, Emergency Support for Nursing Homes and Elder Justice Reform Act of 2020. No bill number. Discussed addressing nursing homes and other long-term care facilities in COVID-19 package. S. 4318, American Workers, Families, and Employers Assistance Act, S. 4320, Coronavirus Response Additional Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020. S. 4182, Emergency Support for Nursing Homes and Elder Justice Reform Act of 2020. No bill number. Nursing Home Transparency and Oversight Act. No bill number. Discussed nursing home and long-term care facility testing. No bill number. Discussed nursing homes, COVID package, health extenders, continuing resolution, and long-term services and supports. No bill number. Discussed COVID-19 funding for nursing homes, home health, and home care providers. H.R. 925, Heroes Act. H.R. 6074, Coronavirus Preparedness Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020. H.R. 4907/S. 2733, TRUST Act.

No bill number. Discussed funding and flexibilities for Older Americans Act programs including nutrition services. No bill number. Discussed USDA Coronavirus Food Assistance Program. P.L. 116-136, CARES Act. No bill number. Written statement submitted for Senate hearing, The COVID-19 Pandemic and Seniors: A Look at Racial Health Disparities. No bill number. Discussed food assistance programs, including The Emergency Food Program and Commodity Supplemental Food Program. No bill number. Discussed Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). S.3563, Food Assistance for Kids and Families During COVID-19 Act of 2020. S. 3736, Increasing Access to SNAP Delivery During COVID-19 Act of 2020. S. 4182, Emergency Support for Nursing Homes and Elder Justice Reform Act of 2020. S. 4184/H.R. 7463, Assisted Living Facility Coronavirus Reporting Act. H.R. 6698, Quality Care for Nursing Home Residents and Workers During COVID-19 Act of 2020. H.R. 6800, Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act (Heroes Act). HR 925, Updated Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act (Updated HEROES). S 4318, American Workers, Families, and Employers Assistance Act (HEALS). No bill number. Discussed funding for nursing homes, home and community-based services, and other institutional care. S. 3768/H.R. 6972, Nursing Home COVID-19 Protection and Prevention Act. No bill number. Submitted comment letter on May 8 COVID-19 interim final rule with comment. No bill number. Discussed VA and nursing homes addressing COVID-19 and the collection of demographic data. S. 3517/H.R. 6487, Advancing Connectivity during the Coronavirus to Ensure Support for Seniors Act (ACCESS Act). No bill number. Discussed immunity related to COVID-19 for nursing homes and other long-term care facilities. H.R. 7617, Defense, Commerce, Justice, Science, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2021. No bill number. Submitted statement regarding nursing homes and COVID-19 to the Coronavirus Commission on Safety and Quality in Nursing Homes. No bill number. Discussed dual eligible and Medicaid home and community-based services. S. 4318, American Workers, Families, and Employers Assistance Act. S. 4320, Coronavirus Response Additional Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2020. No bill number. Discussed Community Immunity During COVID-19 Act. No bill number. Discussed family caregiver tax credit. S. 1443, Credit for Caring Act. No bill number. Discussed family caregiving with RAISE Family Caregiving Advisory Council. No bill number. Discussed RAISE Family Caregiving Advisory Council report. Discussed care transitions for Community Living staff. No bill number. Discussed letter VA nursing homes. H.R. 8114, Emergency Support for Nursing Homes and Elder Justice Reform Act of 2020. S. 4555/H.R. 8079, Elder Justice Reauthorization Act of 2020. No bill number. Nursing Home Transparency and Oversight Act. No bill number. Discussed nursing home point-of-care testing and nursing home and long-term care facility testing. No bill number. Discussed logistics for virtual aging conference. No bill number. Discussed nursing homes, COVID package, health extenders, continuing resolution, and long-term services and supports. No bill number. Discussed Fiscal 2021 Medicare home health payment proposed rule. H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act. H.R. 6074, Coronavirus Preparedness Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020. S. 2543, Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act. H.R. 19/S. 3129, Lower Cost More Cures Act. H.R. 3, Elijah E. Cummings Lower Cost Drugs Now Act.

No bill number. Discussed family caregiving resources No bill number. Discussed family caregiver tax credit amendment. S. 1443, Credit for Caring Act. No bill number. Discussed family caregiving with RAISE Family Caregiving Advisory Council. No bill number. Discussed RAISE Family Caregiving Advisory Council report. No bill number. Discussed care transitions work. HR 925, Updated Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act (Updated HEROES). S 4318, American Workers, Families, and Employers Assistance Act (HEALS). No Bill Number. Discussed Paid Sick and Family Leave.

S. 3487/H.R. 7620, The Edith Shorougian Senior Victims of Fraud Compensation Act (Ediths Bill). S. 149/H.R. 2610, Stop Senior Scams Act of 2020. No bill number. Discussed fraud & scam issues. H.R. 7299, the COVID-19 Scam Act. No bill number. Discussed Fair and Accurate Information Reporting (FAIR) Act. H.R. 8169, Elder Abuse Protection Act of 2020. S. 4182, Emergency Support for Nursing Homes and Elder Justice Reform Act of 2020. H.R. 6800, Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act (Heroes Act). H.R. 6972, Nursing Home COVID-19 Protection and Prevention Act. S. 4182, Emergency Support for Nursing Homes and Elder Justice Reform Act of 2020. S. 3517/H.R. 6487, Advancing Connectivity during the Coronavirus to Ensure Support for Seniors Act (ACCESS Act). S. 3768, Nursing Home COVID-19 Protection and Prevention Act. P.L. 116-136, CARES Act. H.R. 8114, Emergency Support for Nursing Homes and Elder Justice Reform Act of 2020. S. 4555/H.R. 8079, Elder Justice Reauthorization Act of 2020. HR 925, Updated Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act (Updated HEROES). S 4318, American Workers, Families, and Employers Assistance Act (HEALS).

No bill number. $500 economic stimulus payments for SSA and SSI beneficiaries with dependent children. No bill number. Submitted comments on proposed rule regarding Debt Collection Practices (Regulation F). No bill number. Submitted comments on proposed rules regarding National Banks and Federal Savings Associations as Lenders. No bill number. Discussed CARES Act economic impact payments. No bill number. Discussed garnishment of CARES Act economic impact payments by creditors. H.R. 397, Rehabilitation for Multiemployer Pensions Act. S. 1431, Retirement Security & Savings Act. S. 2254, Butch Lewis Act. S. 4192/H.R. 7439, Retirement Savings Lost and Found Act. No bill number. Discussed multi-employer pensions.

H.R. 1230/S. 485, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. No Bill Number. Discussed Paid Sick and Family Leave.

No bill number. Discussed robocall scams. H.R. 7187, Helping Ensure Access to Local TeleHealth Act of 2020. H.R. 4900, Telehealth Across State Lines Act of 2019. H.R. 6792, Improving Telehealth for Underserved Communities Act of 2020. H.R. 5473,Enhance Access to Support Essential (EASE) Behavioral Health Services Act. H.R. 7338, Advancing Telehealth Beyond COVID-19 Act of 2020.

No bill number. Discussed permitting electronic delivery to be the default method for providing important retirement plan disclosures and notices and discussed delivery of retirement disclosures by electronic and paper delivery methods. No bill number. Discussed private sector retirement reform issues, including establishment of a national automatic retirement system. No bill number. Discussed state facilitated retirement savings programs for private sector workers. No bill number. Discussed part-time worker, independent contractor, contingent worker, personal/individual and portable retirement plan issues. No bill number. Discussed multi-employer pension plan issues. No bill number. Discussed fiduciary responsibility issues. No bill number. Discussed student loans and retirement saving issues. No bill number. Discussed retirement plan data collection, retention, dissemination and cybersecurity issues. No bill number. Discussed small employer and pooled retirement plans. No bill number. Discussed small retirement account cash out issues. No bill number. Discussed Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA). No bill number. Discussed Required Minimum Distributions (RMD). No bill number. Discussed access to retirement savings for dependent care expenses. No bill number. Discussed savings for emergency expenses. No bill number. Discussed retirement savings distribution options. No bill number. Submitted testimony to the Department of Labor on fiduciary responsibilities. No bill number. Submitted testimony to US Senate Special Committee on Aging on Women and Retirement. No bill number. Submitted a statement for the record to the House Ways and Means Committees Subcommittee on Social Security on The Impact of COVID-19 on Social Security and Its Beneficiaries. No bill number. Discussed Social Security payroll tax deferral and potential elimination. H.J. Res 94, Providing for congressional disapproval of the rule relating to "Relief with Respect to Employment Tax Deadlines Applicable to Employers Affected by the Ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) Disease 2019 Pandemic. H.R. 7830, Fairness for Seniors and People with Disabilities During COVID-19 Act. H.R. 4907/S. 2733, TRUST Act. S. 4180, Protecting Benefits for Retirees Act. H.R. 7499, Social Security COVID Correction and Equity Act. No bill number. Discussed Social Securitys 85th Anniversary and shared public opinion polling. No bill number. Discussed The Fundamentals of Social Security via a virtual Hill briefing. No bill number. Discussed $500 CARES Act child dependent payments to eligible non-filing federal beneficiaries. S.4495, Automatic Cash Assistance Act. H.R. 8171, Save Our Social Security Now Act. No bill number, discussed the anticipated 2021 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment. HR 925, Updated Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act (Updated HEROES). S 4318, American Workers, Families, and Employers Assistance Act (HEALS). H.R. 397, Rehabilitation for Multiemployer Pensions Act. S. 1431, Retirement Security & Savings Act. S. 2254, Butch Lewis Act. S. 4192/H.R. 7439, Retirement Savings Lost and Found Act. No bill number. Discussed multi-employer pensions.

H.R. 8439, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income any interest paid on an overpayment of tax. No bill number. Discussed family caregiver tax. S. 1443, Credit for Caring Act. H.R. 2073/S. 110, legislation to permanently extend the medical expense deduction at 7.5% of income. H.R. 7714, Legislation to amend IRS Code of 1986 to Reduce the Floor on Deductions for Medical Expense. H.R. 19/S. 3129, Lower Cost More Cures Act. H.R. 3, Elijah E. Cummings Lower Cost Drugs Now Act. No Bill Number. Discussed payroll tax deferral.

S. 4182, Emergency Support for Nursing Homes and Elder Justice Reform Act of 2020. S. 4184/H.R. 7463, Assisted Living Facility Coronavirus Reporting Act. H.R. 6698, Quality Care for Nursing Home Residents and Workers During COVID-19 Act of 2020. H.R. 6800, Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act (Heroes Act). HR 925, Updated Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act (Updated HEROES); No bill number. Discussed funding for nursing homes, home and community-based services, and other institutional care in next COVID-19 package. S. 3768/H.R. 6972, Nursing Home COVID-19 Protection and Prevention Act. No bill number. Discussed May 8 COVID-19 interim final rule. No bill number. Discussed VA and nursing homes addressing COVID-19 and the collection of demographic data in possible COVID-19 package. H.R. 6972, Nursing Home COVID-19 Protection and Prevention Act. S. 3517/H.R. 6487, Advancing Connectivity during the Coronavirus to Ensure Support for Seniors Act (ACCESS Act). No bill number. Discussed immunity related to COVID-19 for nursing homes and other long-term care facilities. H.R. 7617, Defense, Commerce, Justice, Science, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2021. No bill number. Submitted statement regarding nursing homes and COVID-19 to the Coronavirus Commission on Safety and Quality in Nursing Homes. No bill number. Discussed dual eligible and Medicaid. S 4318, American Workers, Families, and Employers Assistance Act (HEALS). S. 4320, Coronavirus Response Additional Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2020. No bill number. Discussed resources for Medicaid HCBS in COVID legislation. No bill number. Discussed Community Immunity During COVID-19 Act. No bill number. Discussed and provided technical assistance on draft nursing home and COVID-19 provisions/amendments. No bill number. Discussed first person account related to long-term care facilities and COVID-19. No bill number. Provided technical assistance on family caregiver tax credit. S. 1443, Credit for Caring Act. Discussed the bill and a possible COVID package. No bill number. Discussed family caregiving with RAISE Family Caregiving Advisory Council. No bill number. Discussed RAISE Family Caregiving Advisory Council report. No bill number. Discussed care transitions for Community Living staff. P.L. 116-136, CARES Act. H.R. 8114, Emergency Support for Nursing Homes and Elder Justice Reform Act of 2020. S. 4555/H.R. 8079, Elder Justice Reauthorization Act of 2020. No bill number. Nursing Home Transparency and Oversight Act. No bill number. Discussed nursing home point-of-care testing and nursing home and long-term care facility testing. No bill number. Discussed logistics for virtual aging conference. No bill number. Discussed nursing homes, COVID package, testing, health extenders, continuing resolution, home care providers, and long-term services and supports. No bill number. Discussed Fiscal 2021 Medicare home health payment proposed rule. H.R. 2073/S. 110, legislation to permanently extend the medical expense deduction at 7.5% of income. No bill number. Discussed health care affordability for Americans age 50-64. H.R. 7714, Legislation to amend IRS Code of 1986 to Reduce the Floor on Deductions for Medical Expense. H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act. H.R. 6074, Coronavirus Preparedness Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020. S. 2543, Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act (Grassley-Wyden). H.R. 19/S. 3129, Lower Cost More Cures Act. H.R. 3, Elijah E. Cummings Lower Cost Drugs Now Act.

H.R. 3, Elijah E. Cummings Lower Cost Drugs Now Act. S. 2543, the Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act. H.R. 2296/S.1391 - The FAIR Drug Pricing Act. S. 474/H.R. 2069, the SPIKE Act. H.R. 1425, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act. H.R. 7288, the Taxpayer Research and Coronavirus Knowledge (TRACK) Act. S. 2543, Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act (Grassley-Wyden). H.R. 19/S. 3129, Lower Cost More Cures Act.

No bill number. Shared letter to FCC urging them to take sustained action to expand the affordability and availability of communication services to address COVID-19. No bill number. Discussed Broadband expansion. No bill number. Discussed telehealth education grants. S.3517, H.R. 6487 - Discussed ACCESS Act. No bill number. Discussed expansion of the affordability and availability of communications services to address COVID-19. S.3824, Protecting Seniors from Emergency Scams Act.

S 2077/HR 3663, Complete Streets Act of 2019.

S. 3517/H.R. 6487, Advancing Connectivity during the Coronavirus to Ensure Support for Seniors Act (ACCESS Act). H.R. 6800, Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act. H.R. 6074, Preparedness and Response Supplemental. H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act. H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. H.R. 266, Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act.

No bill number. Discussed Social Security and the 2020 Social Security Trustees Report. H.R. 7499, the Social Security COVID Correction and Equity Act. S. 2733/H.R. 4907, the TRUST Act. H.R. 6800, Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act; H.R. 6074, Preparedness and Response Supplemental; H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act; H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act; H.R. 266, Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act. Discussed stimulus payments. S. 4044, the Re-Open Enrollment of Servicemembers for Opt-in to Updated Retirement Choices for Enduring Security Act (RESOURCES Act). No bill number. Discussed problem of electronic delivery as default method for providing important retirement plan disclosures and notices. No bill number. Discussed private sector retirement reform issues, including establishment of a national automatic retirement system. No bill number. Discussed State facilitated retirement savings programs for private sector workers. No bill number. Discussed part-time worker, independent contractor, contingent worker, personal/individual and portable retirement plan issues. No bill number. Discussed multi-employer pension plan issues. No bill number. Discussed fiduciary responsibility issues. No bill number. Discussed student loans and retirement saving issues. No bill number. Discussed retirement plan data collection, retention, dissemination and cybersecurity issues. No bill number. Discussed small employer and pooled retirement plan issues. No bill number. Discussed small retirement account cash out issues. No bill number. Discussed Individual Retirement Account (IRA) issues. No bill number. Discussed Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) issues. No bill number. Discussed access to retirement savings for dependent care expenses. No bill number. Discussed savings for emergency expenses. No bill number. Discussed options to improve spend down retirement savings after retirement. No bill number. Discussed proposed Department of Labor rules on retirement plan disclosures and fiduciary responsibility. H.R. 397, Rehabilitation for Multi-employer Pensions Act. S. 1431, Retirement Security & Savings Act. S. 2254, Butch Lewis Act.

H.R. 1230/S. 485, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act.

No bill number. Discussed hearing on Cybercriminals and Fraudsters: How Bad Actors are Exploiting the Financial System During the COVID-19 Pandemic. H.R. 748 CARES Act - Discussed stimulus payments H.R. 6800, Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act. H.R. 6074, Preparedness and Response Supplemental. H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act. H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. H.R. 266, Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act.

No bill number. Discussed nursing home and assisted living data and reporting. H.R.6666 - COVID-19 Testing, Reaching, And Contacting Everyone (TRACE) Act. H.R. 6800, Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act (HEROES Act). No bill number. Participated in CMS HCBS and Nursing Home Diversification Strategies brainstorming session (CMS and ACL). H.R.7254. Infection Control Training and Support Act of 2020. No bill number. Discussed issue of nursing homes seizing residents economic impact payments. No bill number. Discussed issues related to State Veterans Homes and COVID-19. No bill number. Discussed nursing home and other long-term care facilities COVID-19 issues and AARP priorities. H.R. 6800, Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act. H.R. 6074, Preparedness and Response Supplemental. H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act. H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. H.R. 266, Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act. No bill number. Discussed telehealth and waiver extensions granted for COVID-19. H.R.6698/S. 3644, Quality Care for Nursing Home Residents and Workers During COVID-19 Act of 2020. S. 3768/H.R. 6972, Nursing Home COVID-19 Protection and Prevention Act. No bill number. Discussed expansion of affordability and availability of communication services to address the COVID-19 crisis. S. 3544, Coronavirus Relief for Seniors and People with Disabilities Act of 2020. H.R. 6379, Take Responsibility for Workers and Families Act. S. 1443, H.R. 2730, Credit for Caring Act. No bill number. Discussed use of civil money penalties to purchase technology for virtual visitation. Submitted comments on the proposed rule regarding the Medicare Program; Prospective Payment System and Consolidated Billing for Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs); and Updates to the Value-Based Purchasing Program for FY2021. Discussed implementation of the Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM). Written statement submitted for House hearing on Health Care Inequality: Confronting Racial and Ethnic Disparities in COVID-19 and the Health Care System, in addition to action needed to ensure health and safety in long-term care facilities, the collection and reporting of demographic data, and testing and contact tracing. Submitted written statement for House hearing on The Disproportionate Impact of COVID-19 on Communities of Color. No bill number. Sent letter discussing immunity related to COVID-19 for nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other long-term care facilities. S. 3517/H.R. 6487, Advancing Connectivity during the Coronavirus to Ensure Support for Seniors Act (ACCESS Act). No bill number. Sent letter urging Congress and the Administration to stem the loss of life due to the coronavirus and improve conditions in long-term care facilities. Discussed funding and flexibilities for Older Americans Act programs including nutrition services. Discussed funding for The Emergency Food Program and Commodity Supplemental Food Program. S. 3544, Coronavirus Relief for Seniors and People with Disabilities Act. No bill number. Discussed Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) flexibilities, increasing benefits, emergency allotments, suspending rule making, online grocery shopping and delivery for SNAP recipients, and restaurant meals program under SNAP S.3563, Food Assistance for Kids and Families During COVID-19 Act of 2020. No bill number. Discussed Coronavirus Food Assistance Program. H.R. 6510, SNAP Online Purchasing Flexibility Act of 2020. H.R. 6688, SNAP COVID-19 Anti-Hunger Restaurant Relief for You Act of 2020. S. 3736, Increasing Access to SNAP Delivery During COVID-19 Act of 2020. No bill number. Discussed the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on communities of color. S. 2543, Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act (Grassley-Wyden). H.R. 3, Elijah E. Cummings Lower Cost Drugs Now Act.

No bill number. Participated in CMS HCBS and Nursing Home Diversification Strategies brainstorming session. H.R.7254. Infection Control Training and Support Act of 2020. No bill number. Discussed nursing homes seizing residents economic impact payments. No bill number. Discussed and provided technical assistance on draft legislation related to State Veterans Homes and COVID-19. No bill number. Discussed nursing home COVID-19 issues, AARP priorities, and COVID-19 nursing home briefing with House staff and provided contact information for possible witnesses. No bill number. Discussed AARP priorities to protect nursing home and other long-term care facilities in response to COVID-19. H.R. 6800, Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act H.R. 6074, Preparedness and Response Supplemental H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act H.R. 266, Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act. No bill number. Discussed telehealth and waiver extensions granted for COVID-19. H.R.6698/S. 3644, Quality Care for Nursing Home Residents and Workers During COVID-19 Act of 2020. No bill number. Discussed long-term care facility issues and COVID-19. S. 3768/H.R. 6972, Nursing Home COVID-19 Protection and Prevention Act. No bill number. Discussed and shared letter to FCC urging them to take sustained action to expand the affordability and availability of communication services to address COVID-19. S. 3544, Coronavirus Relief for Seniors and People with Disabilities Act of 2020. H.R. 6379, Take Responsibility for Workers and Families Act. S. 1443, H.R. 2730, Discussed Credit for Caring Act. No bill number. Discussed use of civil money penalties to purchase technology for virtual visitation. No bill number. Submitted comments on the proposed rule regarding the Medicare Program; Prospective Payment System and Consolidated Billing for Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs); and Updates to the Value-Based Purchasing Program for FY2021. Discussed implementation of the Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM). No bill number. Written statement submitted for House hearing on Health Care Inequality: Confronting Racial and Ethnic Disparities in COVID-19 and the Health Care System, in addition to action needed to ensure health and safety in long-term care facilities, the collection and reporting of demographic data, and testing and contact tracing. No bill number. Submitted written statement for House hearing on The Disproportionate Impact of COVID-19 on Communities of Color. No bill number. Sent letter to Senate Judiciary Committee and discussed opposition to immunity related to COVID-19 for nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other long-term care facilities. S. 3517/H.R. 6487, Advancing Connectivity during the Coronavirus to Ensure Support for Seniors Act (ACCESS Act). H.R. 6666, the COVID-19 Testing, Reaching, And Contacting Everyone (TRACE) Act. H.R. 1425, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act. H.R. 2073/S.110, Permanent extension of the 7.5% income threshold for the medical expense deduction. S. 3057, Modernization of the Older Americans Act Amendments S. 2543, Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act (Grassley-Wyden). H.R. 19/S. 3129, Lower Cost More Cures Act. H.R. 3, Elijah E. Cummings Lower Cost Drugs Now Act.

S. 3517/H.R. 6487, Advancing Connectivity during the Coronavirus to Ensure Support for Seniors Act (ACCESS Act). S. 1443, H.R. 2730 Credit for Caring Act. No bill number. Written statement submitted for House hearing on Health Care Inequality: Confronting Racial and Ethnic Disparities in COVID-19 and the Health Care System. No bill number. Submitted written statement for House hearing on The Disproportionate Impact of COVID-19 on Communities of Color. No bill number. Submitted comments on the proposed rule regarding the Medicare Program; Prospective Payment System and Consolidated Billing for Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs); and Updates to the Value-Based Purchasing Program for FY2021. Discussed implementation of the Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM). No bill number. Participated in CMS HCBS and Nursing Home Diversification Strategies brainstorming session. H.R.7254. Infection Control Training and Support Act of 2020. No bill number. Discussed nursing homes seizing residents economic impact payments. No bill number. Discussed Medicare family caregiving pilot concept and hospice component in value-based insurance design demonstration. H.R.6698/S. 3644, Quality Care for Nursing Home Residents and Workers During COVID-19 Act of 2020. No bill number. Discussed nursing home data collection. S. 3768/H.R. 6972, Nursing Home COVID-19 Protection and Prevention Act. No bill number. Shared invitation for webinar on Medicaid managed LTSS and family caregivers paper. No bill number. Discussed use of civil money penalties to purchase technology for virtual visitation. S. 3544, Coronavirus Relief for Seniors and People with Disabilities Act of 2020. Discussed nursing home and other long-term care facility issues, including issues related to COVID-19. H.R. 6379, Take Responsibility for Workers and Families Act. No bill number, discussed Elder Justice Act Reauthorization and nursing home bill. H.R. 3, the Lower Drug Costs Now Act. S. 2543, the Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act. Discussed increasing the FMAP for Medicaid in COVID-19 legislation. H.R. 1425, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act. H.R. 6800, Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act. H.R. 6074, Preparedness and Response Supplemental. H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act. H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. H.R. 266, Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act.

H.R. 1230/S. 485, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act.

H.R. 6800, Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act. H.R. 6074, Preparedness and Response Supplemental. H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act. H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. H.R. 266, Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act. No bill number. Discussed long-term care insurance and long-term services and supports financing. No bill number. Discussed long-term care insurance and retirement plans. H.R.5800 the Ban Surprise Billing Act. H.R. 5826 the Consumer Protections Against Surprise Medical Bills Act of 2020. No bill number - Discussed Surprise Medical billing.

No bill number. Discussed Elder Justice Act Reauthorization and nursing home bill. No bill number. Sent letter to Senate Judiciary Committee discussing immunity related to COVID-19 for nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other long-term care facilities.

H.R. 6074, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act. H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act; H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - Discussed Medicare enrollment national open enrollment period, medical expense deduction, cost-sharing protections for commercial/private health insurance holders, telehealth access, nursing homes, virtual visitation, home and community-based services, Older Americans Act programs, Medicare home health care, and family caregiving, no-cost COVID-19 testing, equitable relief payments, retirement savings tax relief, suspensions of foreclosures and evictions, expanded unemployment benefits, paid sick and family leave, affordable broadband, and government operations, among other issues. S. 3517, Discussed Advancing Connectivity during the Coronavirus to Ensure Support for Seniors Act (ACCESS Act). S. 753/H.R. 1682, Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act, discussed bill and Coronavirus legislation (no bill number). S. 296/H.R.2150, Home Health Care Planning Improvement Act, discussed bill and Coronavirus legislation. No bill number. CMS nursing home Coronavirus guidance. No bill number. Discussed nursing home virtual visitation. S. 3548/H.R. 748, P.L. 116-136, CARES Act Lobbied regarding nursing homes, virtual visitation, home and community-based services, Older Americans Act programs, Medicare home health care, and family caregiving. H.R. 6379, Take Responsibility for Workers and Families Act. Discussed virtual visitation provisions of bill and Medicaid HCBS grants. H.R. 6305, To assist older Americans and people with disabilities affected by COVID-19. S. 3544, Coronavirus Relief for Seniors and People with Disabilities Act. S. 1443, H.R. 2730, Discussed Credit for Caring Act, and inclusion of bill in Coronavirus legislation. No bill. Discussed Coronavirus disease 2019 and appropriations supplemental. S.64/H.R. 2375 - the Preserve Access to Generics and Biosimilars Act. H.R. 1499 - the Preserving Consumer Access to Generics Act. Discussed telehealth, interoperability, and data sharing with Department of Health and Human Services. H.R. 19/S. 3129, Lower Cost More Cures Act. S. 2543, the Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act. H.R. 2073/S. 110, Permanent Extension of the Medical Expense Deduction. H.R. 3, Elijah E. Cummings Lower Cost Drugs Now Act. S. 3057, Modernization of the Older Americans Act Amendments.

H.R. 6074, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act. H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act; H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - Discussed Medicare enrollment national open enrollment period, medical expense deduction, cost-sharing protections for commercial/private health insurance holders, telehealth access, nursing homes, virtual visitation, home and community-based services, Older Americans Act programs, Medicare home health care, and family caregiving, no-cost COVID-19 testing, equitable relief payments, retirement savings tax relief, suspensions of foreclosures and evictions, expanded unemployment benefits, paid sick and family leave, affordable broadband, and government operations, among other issues. S. 3517, Discussed Advancing Connectivity during the Coronavirus to Ensure Support for Seniors Act (ACCESS Act). S. 753/H.R. 1682, Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act. H.R. 6305, To assist older Americans and people with disabilities affected by COVID-19.; S. 3544, Coronavirus Relief for Seniors and People with Disabilities Act. H.R. 6379, Take Responsibility for Workers and Families Act. Discussed Medicaid HCBS grants and virtual visitation provisions. No bill number, discussed Nursing Home Modernization Reform Act of 2019. No bill number, discussed Elder Justice Act Reauthorization and nursing home bill. S. 2807, discussed Hospice Care Improvement Act of 2019. H.R. 1343, Protecting Married Seniors from Impoverishment Act. Discussed Medicaid home and community-based services and family financial impacts. No bill number. Discussed nursing homes, criminal background checks, inappropriate use of anti-psychotropic drugs, guardianship, and Elder Justice Act Reauthorization. H.R. 5821, Helping Our Senior Population in Comfort Environments (HOSPICE) Act. Discussed HOSPICE Act and live discharges of long-term terminally ill individuals from hospice. S. 3277; Discussed feedback on HCBS Infrastructure Improvement Act and the bill. No bill number. Discussed long-term services and supports financing legislation, Social Security, Administrations Medicaid guidance, and Ways and Means Caring for Aging Americans hearing statement from November 2019. No bill number. Discussed family caregiving supports, Medicare Advantage (MA) Value-Based Insurance Design (VBID) Demonstration, and the MA VBID hospice demonstration component. H.R. 5821, Helping Our Senior Population in Comfort Environments Act. No bill number. Discussed issues impacting dual-eligibles. S. 296/H.R.2150, Home Health Care Planning Improvement Act. No bill number. CMS nursing home Coronavirus guidance. No bill number. Discussed nursing home virtual visitation. S. 3548/H.R. 748, P.L. 116-136, CARES Act Lobbied regarding nursing homes, virtual visitation, home and community-based services, Older Americans Act programs, Medicare home health care, and family caregiving. S.1999 - Improving Low Income Access to Prescription Drugs Act. H.R. 3, the Lower Drug Costs Now Act. S. 2543, the Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act. No bill number - Discussed surprise medical billing. H.R. 5800 - Ban Surprise Billing Act. H.R. 5826 - Consumer Protections Against Surprise Medical Bills Act. No bill number - Discussed Alaska-specific nursing home legislation.

H.R. 6074, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act. H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act; H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - Discussed Medicare enrollment national open enrollment period, medical expense deduction, cost-sharing protections for commercial/private health insurance holders, telehealth access, nursing homes, virtual visitation, home and community-based services, Older Americans Act programs, Medicare home health care, and family caregiving, no-cost COVID-19 testing, equitable relief payments, retirement savings tax relief, suspensions of foreclosures and evictions, expanded unemployment benefits, paid sick and family leave, affordable broadband, and government operations, among other issues. No bill number. Discussed long-term care insurance and long-term services and supports financing. No bill number. Discussed long-term care insurance and retirement plans. H.R.5800 the Ban Surprise Billing Act. H.R. 5826 the Consumer Protections Against Surprise Medical Bills Act of 2020. No bill number - Discussed Surprise Medical billing.

H.R. 6074, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act. H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act; H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - Discussed Medicare enrollment national open enrollment period, medical expense deduction, cost-sharing protections for commercial/private health insurance holders, telehealth access, nursing homes, virtual visitation, home and community-based services, Older Americans Act programs, Medicare home health care, and family caregiving, no-cost COVID-19 testing, equitable relief payments, retirement savings tax relief, suspensions of foreclosures and evictions, expanded unemployment benefits, paid sick and family leave, affordable broadband, and government operations, among other issues. S. 3517, Discussed Advancing Connectivity during the Coronavirus to Ensure Support for Seniors Act (ACCESS Act). S. 753/H.R. 1682, Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act, discussed bill. S. 296/H.R.2150, Home Health Care Planning Improvement Act, discussed bill and Coronavirus legislation. Provided quote for House press release on bill being included in P.L. 116-136, CARES Act. No bill number. Sent letter to CMS regarding their March 13 nursing home Coronavirus guidance and followed up with agency staff to discuss. No bill number. Discussed nursing home virtual visitation. S. 3548/H.R. 748, P.L. 116-136, CARES Act Lobbied regarding nursing homes, virtual visitation, home and community-based services, Older Americans Act programs, Medicare home health care, and family caregiving. H.R. 6379, Take Responsibility for Workers and Families Act. Discussed virtual visitation provisions of bill. H.R. 6305, To assist older Americans and people with disabilities affected by COVID-19; S. 3544, Coronavirus Relief for Seniors and People with Disabilities Act; and H.R. 6379, Take Responsibility for Workers and Families Act. Discussed Medicaid HCBS grants and inclusion in Coronavirus legislation (no bill number). S. 1443, H.R. 2730 Credit for Caring Act. No bill number. Discussed upcoming tele-town hall on the Coronavirus and family caregiving (CDC and ACL) Discussed Coronavirus disease 2019 and appropriations supplemental and related issues. Discussed funding and flexibility for Older Americans Act programs including nutrition services Discussed funding for The Emergency Food Program and Commodity Supplemental Food Program Coronavirus Relief for Seniors and People with Disabilities Act (no bill number) - discussed funding for nursing home surveys; funding for Older Americans Act (OAA) programs; funding for the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP); Medicaid home and community-based services (HCBS) grants; and availability of medical assistance for Medicare cost-sharing Discussed Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) flexibility, increasing benefits, suspending rule making, and online grocery shopping and delivery using SNAP benefits No bill number - Food Assistance for Kids and Families During COVID-19 Act of 2020 - discussed online grocery shopping and delivery using SNAP benefits. No bill number - Discussed IRS guidelines pertaining to Social Security beneficiaries having to file a tax return in order to receive their economic stimulus payments. H.R. 3, Elijah E. Cummings Lower Cost Drugs Now Act. S. 2543, the Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act.

H.R. 6074, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act. H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act; H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - Discussed Medicare enrollment national open enrollment period, medical expense deduction, cost-sharing protections for commercial/private health insurance holders, telehealth access, nursing homes, virtual visitation, home and community-based services, Older Americans Act programs, Medicare home health care, and family caregiving, no-cost COVID-19 testing, equitable relief payments, retirement savings tax relief, suspensions of foreclosures and evictions, expanded unemployment benefits, paid sick and family leave, affordable broadband, and government operations, among other issues. No bill number, discussed Elder Justice Act Reauthorization and nursing home bill, including criminal background checks, inappropriate use of psychotropic drugs, and guardianship issues S. 3206, the Accessible Voting Act. No bill number, Supporting Age and Dementia Friendly Communities (SADFC) Act No bill number. Discussed Senior Guardianship Attack Force legislative proposal.

P.L. 115-119, RAISE Family Caregivers Act. Discussed the law and the Family Caregiving Advisory Councils work, including additional funding. Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act (S. 995/H.R. 2035). No bill - Assisting family caregivers in addressing the financial challenges of family caregiving S. 110, the Medical Expense Savings Act,; H.R. 2073, to extend the 7.5 percent adjusted gross income floor for the medical expense deduction. S. 3057, Modernization of the Older Americans Act Amendments. S. 299, Geriatrics Workforce Improvement Act. No bill number, drug pricing. S. 591, the Guardianship Accountability Act/guardianship, retirement security, elder justice, scams, fraud, biomedical research. H.R. 4334, Supporting Older Americans Act of 2020 and OAA reauthorization No bill number. Discussed Assisting Caregivers Today (ACT) and potential event with ACT Caucus. H.R. 1342, EMPOWER Care Act.; H.R. 1343, Protecting Married Seniors from Impoverishment Act. H.R. 2035, Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act.; No bill number. Discussed Senior Guardianship Attack Force legislative proposal. S. 3517, Discussed Advancing Connectivity during the Coronavirus to Ensure Support for Seniors Act (ACCESS Act). No bill number. CMS nursing home Coronavirus guidance. No bill number. Discussed nursing home virtual visitation. S. 3548/H.R. 748, Lobbied regarding nursing homes, virtual visitation, home and community-based services, Older Americans Act programs, Medicare home health care, and family caregiving. H.R. 6379, Take Responsibility for Workers and Families Act. Discussed virtual visitation provisions and Medicaid HCBS grants. H.R. 6305, To assist older Americans and people with disabilities affected by COVID-19; S. 3544, Coronavirus Relief for Seniors and People with Disabilities Act. P.L. 115-182, VA MISSION Act. Discussed VA Caregiver Support Program and proposed rule.

H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act; H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - Discussed Medicare enrollment national open enrollment period, medical expense deduction, cost-sharing protections for commercial/private health insurance holders, telehealth access, nursing homes, virtual visitation, home and community-based services, Older Americans Act programs, Medicare home health care, and family caregiving, no-cost COVID-19 testing, equitable relief payments, retirement savings tax relief, suspensions of foreclosures and evictions, expanded unemployment benefits, paid sick and family leave, affordable broadband, and government operations, among other issues. S. 2077/H.R. 3663 - Discussed safe road design for all users of the road No bill number - Discussed mobility options for older Americans, including public transportation, non-emergency medical transportation and human services transportation coordination.

H.R. 6074, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act. H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act; H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - Discussed Medicare enrollment national open enrollment period, medical expense deduction, cost-sharing protections for commercial/private health insurance holders, telehealth access, nursing homes, virtual visitation, home and community-based services, Older Americans Act programs, Medicare home health care, and family caregiving, no-cost COVID-19 testing, equitable relief payments, retirement savings tax relief, suspensions of foreclosures and evictions, expanded unemployment benefits, paid sick and family leave, affordable broadband, and government operations, among other issues. No bill number. Responded to Census 2020 question.

H.R. 1230, the Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act.

H.R. 6074, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act. H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act; H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - Discussed Medicare enrollment national open enrollment period, medical expense deduction, cost-sharing protections for commercial/private health insurance holders, telehealth access, nursing homes, virtual visitation, home and community-based services, Older Americans Act programs, Medicare home health care, and family caregiving, no-cost COVID-19 testing, equitable relief payments, retirement savings tax relief, suspensions of foreclosures and evictions, expanded unemployment benefits, paid sick and family leave, affordable broadband, and government operations, among other issues. No bill number - Discussed Coronavirus disease 2019 and appropriations supplemental and related issues. P.L. 115-119, RAISE Family Caregivers Act, discussed funding in fiscal year 2021 appropriations.

H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act; H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - Discussed Medicare enrollment national open enrollment period, medical expense deduction, cost-sharing protections for commercial/private health insurance holders, telehealth access, nursing homes, virtual visitation, home and community-based services, Older Americans Act programs, Medicare home health care, and family caregiving, no-cost COVID-19 testing, equitable relief payments, retirement savings tax relief, suspensions of foreclosures and evictions, expanded unemployment benefits, paid sick and family leave, affordable broadband, and government operations, among other issues. S. 151 - The Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence (TRACED) Act - Discussed bill

H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act; H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - Discussed Medicare enrollment national open enrollment period, medical expense deduction, cost-sharing protections for commercial/private health insurance holders, telehealth access, nursing homes, virtual visitation, home and community-based services, Older Americans Act programs, Medicare home health care, and family caregiving, no-cost COVID-19 testing, equitable relief payments, retirement savings tax relief, suspensions of foreclosures and evictions, expanded unemployment benefits, paid sick and family leave, affordable broadband, and government operations, among other issues. H.R. 1230/S. 485, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. No bill number - Discussed parental leave issues.

H.R. 6074, Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act. H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act; H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - Discussed Medicare enrollment national open enrollment period, medical expense deduction, cost-sharing protections for commercial/private health insurance holders, telehealth access, nursing homes, virtual visitation, home and community-based services, Older Americans Act programs, Medicare home health care, and family caregiving, no-cost COVID-19 testing, and government operations, among other issues. S. 1443, H.R. 2730, Credit for Caring Act. H.R. 6201 the Families First Coronavirus Response Act H.R. 748 (CARES Act) H.R. 19/S. 3129, Lower Cost More Cures Act. H.R. 2073/S. 110, Permanent Extension of the Medical Expense Deduction. S. 2543 the Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act (Grassley-Wyden).

H.R. 6201, Families First Coronavirus Response Act; H.R. 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - Discussed Medicare enrollment national open enrollment period, medical expense deduction, cost-sharing protections for commercial/private health insurance holders, telehealth access, nursing homes, virtual visitation, home and community-based services, Older Americans Act programs, Medicare home health care, and family caregiving, no-cost COVID-19 testing, equitable relief payments, retirement savings tax relief, suspensions of foreclosures and evictions, expanded unemployment benefits, paid sick and family leave, affordable broadband, and government operations, among other issues. S. 2254/H.R. 397, the Rehabilitation for Multiemployer Pensions Act. H.R. 1230, the Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act (POWADA). S. 3548/H.R. 748, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). No bill number - Discussed delivery of retirement plan disclosures and notices by electronic and paper delivery methods. No bill number - Discussed private sector retirement reform issues, including establishment of a national automatic retirement system. No bill number - Discussed State facilitated retirement savings programs for private sector workers. No bill number - Discussed part-time worker, independent contractor, contingent worker and personal/individual plan retirement issues. No bill number - Discussed multi-employer pension plan issues. No bill number - Discussed student loans and retirement saving issues. No bill number - Discussed retirement plan data collection, retention, dissemination and cybersecurity issues. No bill number - Discussed small employer and pooled retirement plan issues. No bill number - Discussed small retirement account cash out issues. No bill number - Discussed Individual Retirement Account (IRA) issues. No bill number - Discussed access to retirement savings for dependent care expenses. No bill number - Discussed savings for emergency expenses. No bill number - Discussed options to improve pension portability and spend down retirement savings after retirement. SECURE Act (the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Act) - Discussed implementation and related consumer protection issues. No bill number -- Discussed comment letter submitted to the Social Security Administration on their proposed regulations pertaining to Continuing Disability Reviews for individuals receiving disability benefits H.R. 1185/S.463, the FAMILY Act and related proposals (no bill) - Discussed paid family leave proposals, especially as they pertain to the utilization of the Social Security System and/or payroll taxes H.R. 5380, the Senior Guardianship Social Security Protection Act - Discussed legislation to provide information sharing between state courts and the Social Security Administration regarding bad state guardianship actors and the Social Security Representative Payee system. No bill number - Discussed poverty line calculation and related inflation measures. No bill number - Discussed Social Security and related scams. H.R. 5446, Improving Social Securitys Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act. H.R. 6028, the Stable SSI Benefits and Housing Assistance Act - Discussed legislation to exempt local or state-mandated relocation assistance from the income and resources calculation used to determine eligibility for SSI benefits. No bill number - Discussed issues regarding SSA operations in the wake of COVID-19 and SSAs decision to temporarily close field offices for in-person visits. No bill number - Discussed the importance of Social Security benefits in older American spending and poverty reduction. S. 1431, Retirement Security & Savings Act.

H.R. 1158/H.R. 1865 - The Consolidated Appropriations Act/Further Consolidated Appropriations Act. H.R. 3351/S.2524 Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill, FY 2020 - Lobbied to protect and enhance funding levels for IRS VITA & TCE taxpayer assistance programs. H.R. 2073 - Supported bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 7.5 percent adjusted gross income floor for the medical expense deduction. H.R. 1865/H.R. 1158- Lobbied in support of 2 year extension of 7.5% income threshold for the medical expense deduction. H.R. 2730/S. 1443, Credit for Caring Act.

H.R. 1158/H.R. 1865 - The Consolidated Appropriations Act/Further Consolidated Appropriations Act. H.R. 3164, H.R. 3055, H.R. 2960, H.R. 3351, H.R. 2740, H.R. 3163/S.2584, Agriculture-Rural Development, Commerce, Science & Justice Appropriations, Energy & Water Appropriation, Financial Services & General Government Appropriations, Labor-HHS Appropriations, and Transportation-HUD Appropriations bills, FY 2020 - lobbied to protect funding levels for federal programs, including those which provide health care, nutrition, housing, weatherization, energy assistance, legal aid and financial security. P.L. 115-119 - discussed RAISE Family Caregivers Act implementation and appropriations.

H.R. 1158/H.R. 1865 - The Consolidated Appropriations Act/Further Consolidated Appropriations Act. H.R. 3055/S.2584 Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations, FY 2020 - lobbied in support of Legal Services Corporation, full funding for Census Bureau American Community Survey and in opposition to policy riders affecting access to the Internet. H.R. 1230/S.485 - Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. Supported bills. No bill. Discussed age discrimination reforms generally.

S. 151 - The Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence (TRACED) Act. H.R. 3375 - Discussed the Stopping Bad Robocalls Act. H.R. 4229 - Discussed the Broadband Deployment Accuracy and Technological Availability Act . H.R. 4227 - Discussed the Mapping Accuracy Promotes Services Act.

H.R. 3163/S. 2520, Transportation-HUD Appropriations, FY 2020 - Lobbied for funding for infrastructure and transportation safety (including autonomous vehicle) research. H.R. 3738 - The Safe Streets Act of 2019. No bill number. Invited CMS staff to transportation roundtable discussion. Discussed transportation issues with CMS staff. S.2077/H.R. 3663 - Discussed safe road design for all users of the road. H.R. 4338 the Rural Road Safety Act. S. 1098 - The Transportation Alternatives Enhancement Act.

H.R. 397 - The Rehabilitation for Multiemployer Pensions Act S. 617 - Tax Extenders & Disaster Relief Act. H.R. 1230, the Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act (POWADA). H.R. 2730/S. 1443 - The Credit for Caring Act. S. 1209 - REMEDY ACT. S. 972/H.R. 100 - The Retirement Enhancement & Savings Act. H.R. 1994 - Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act. H.R. 5306/S. 2989, Know Your Social Security Act. H.R. 5446, Improving Social Securitys Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act. Submitted comments to the Social Security Administration on their rulemaking on the Advanced Designation of Representative Payees. H.R. 4540, the Public Servants Protection and Fairness Act, and H.R. 3934, the Equal Treatment of Public Servants Act - Discussed Windfall Elimination Provision legislation. H.R. 5380 - The Senior Guardianship Social Security Protection Act. No bill number - Discussed the Social Security system and paid family leave. H.R. 5392 - The Social Security Enhancement and Protection Act. H.R. 4610/S. 3795 the Receiving Electronic Statements to Improve Retiree Earnings (RETIRE) Act. No bill number - Discussed private sector retirement reform issues. No bill number - Discussed State retirement savings programs for private sector workers. No bill number -Discussed part-time worker, independent contractor, contingent worker and personal/individual plan retirement issues. No bill number - Discussed student loans and retirement saving issues. No bill number - Discussed retirement plan data collection and dissemination issues. No bill number - Discussed small employer and pooled retirement plan issues. No bill number - Discussed small retirement account cash out issues. No bill number - Discussed retirement reforms related to permitting early access to retirement savings. No bill number - Discussed Individual Retirement Account (IRA) issues. No bill number - Discussed access to retirement savings for dependent care expenses. No bill number - Discussed savings for emergency expenses. No bill number - Discussed options to spend down retirement savings after retirement. Submitted comments to DOL on multiple employer plans and delivery of required retirement disclosures via the internet.

H.R. 2740 Labor-HHS Appropriations bill, FY 2020 - lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. H.R. 2150/S. 296 - Home Health Care Planning Improvement Act. Discussed advancing supportive housing solutions that advance healthy aging in communities. H.R. 3 - Discussed inclusion of dental, hearing, and vision benefit in Medicare. Discussed changes to Medigap policy. S. 1895 - Discussed surprise billing. No bill number - Discussed Medicare late enrollment penalties, eligibility, and financing. S.1999 - Improving Low Income Access to Prescription Drugs Act. No bill number. Discussed Medicaid managed long-term services and supports, including grievances and appeals, with GAO. No bill number. Discussed Medicare and family caregiving. No bill number. Discussed nursing home issue. H.R. 3, Elijah E. Cummings Lower Drug Costs Now Act of 2019 and H.R. 1682, the Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act. No bill number. Discussed Nursing Home Compare. No bill number. Discussed Medicare and respite. No bill number. Discussed hospice issues and legislation. S. 2807, Hospice Care Improvement Act. No bill number. Provided feedback on home and community-based services bill. S. 2574, Promote Responsible Oversight and Targeted Employee Background Check Transparency for Seniors Act. H.R. 5757 -The Fighting Medicare Fraud Act of 2018. H.R. 5326 - The Fairness in Nursing Home Arbitration Act. H.R. 1158, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020 and H.R. 1865, Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020 - supported permanent extension of Money Follows the Person Rebalancing Demonstration Program and Medicaid home and community-based services spousal impoverishment protections No bill number. Provided feedback on long-term care pharmacy bill. S. 548/H.R. 1342, EMPOWER Care Act, and H.R. 3253, Sustaining Excellence in Medicaid Act - supported longer-term extensions of the Money Follows the Person Rebalancing Demonstration Program and Medicaid home and community-based services spousal impoverishment protections.

H.R. 1158/H.R. 1865 - The Consolidated Appropriations Act/Further Consolidated Appropriations Act. H.R. 3055/S.2584 Commerce, Justice, Science, Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA, Interior Environment, Military Construction, VA,Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, FY 2020. S. 340/H.R. 965 - CREATES Act. H.R. 1499 Preserving Consumer Access to Generic Drugs Act. S.64/H.R. 2375 - the Preserve Access to Generics and Biosimilars Act. H.R. 2113 - the Prescription STAR Act. H.R. 2296/S.1391 - The FAIR Drug Pricing Act. S.1416 - the Affordable Prescriptions for Patients Act. S.1437, the Drug-price Transparency in Communications (DTC) Act. S.551, the REFUND Act. S.1209, the REMEDY Act. S. 474/H.R. 2069, the SPIKE Act. Discussed Part D price negotiation and out-of-pocket cap with House and Senate. Discussed proposed Anti-Kickback rule. Discussed importation. Discussed international reference pricing. Discussed H.R. 3, the Elijah E. Cummings Lower Drug Costs Now Act of 2019 and H.R. 1682, the Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act. No bill number and H.R. 3, Elijah E. Cummings Lower Drug Costs Now Act of 2019, discussed prescription drug legislation with House staff. S.2543 the Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act (Grassley-Wyden bill). No bill number. Provided feedback on long-term care pharmacy bill.

H.R. 1158/H.R. 1865 - The Consolidated Appropriations Act/Further Consolidated Appropriations Act. H.R. 2740, Labor-HHS Appropriations, FY 2020 - Lobbied to protect funding for DOL SCSEP and CNCS Senior Corps program. H.R. 1168 - Working on Rewarding and Keeping Employees Resilient (WORKER) Act. Discussed bill and provisions on transition assistance. H.R. 1230/S.485 - Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. Supported bill. H.R. 3130 Age Discrimination in Employment Parity Act. No bill. Discussed age discrimination reforms generally. S. 219, Discussed Geriatrics Workforce Improvement Act. No bill number. Discussed caregiver discrimination bill. Discussed minimum wage/overtime rule for home care workers. Discussed paid family leave. No bill number. Responded to GAO inquiry on minimum wage/overtime regulations for home care workers.

No bill number. Responded to Census 2020 question with House staff.

H.R. 1158/H.R. 1865 - The Consolidated Appropriations Act/Further Consolidated Appropriations Act. H.R. 2740 Labor-HHS Appropriations bill, FY 2020 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re ACA, and various related medical care research and supportive services. S.340/H.R. 965 - the CREATES Act. S.64/H.R. 2375 - The Preserve Access to Generics and Biosimilars Act. H.R. 1499 - The Preserving Consumer Access to Generics Act. H.R. 3 - The Lower Drug Costs Now Act. H.R. 2073/S.110 - Lobbied in support of a permanent extension of the 7.5% income threshold for the medical expense deduction. H.R. 1865/H.R. 1158 - Lobbied in support of 2 year extension of 7.5% income threshold for the medical expense deduction in the final FY 2020 Consolidated Appropriations Act. H.R. 19/S.3129 - The Lower Costs, More Cures Act H.R. 1682/S.753 - The Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act H.R. 1342/S. 548 - The Empower Act S. 1921, Provider Training in Palliative Care Act. S. 1399, Title VIII Nursing Workforce Reauthorization Act. P.L. 115-119, RAISE Family Caregivers Act - Discussed family caregiving in Cures 2.0.

No bill number. Responded to inquiry on voter accessibility. H.R. 4174/S. 591, Guardianship Accountability Act. H.R. 5380, Senior Guardianship Social Security Protection Act. H.R. 4334, Dignity in Aging Act - discussed support for bill, including RAISE Family Caregivers Act extension. S. 3057, Modernization of the Older Americans Act Amendments. No bill number - Discussed guardianship issues

H.R. 3055/S.2584 Commerce, Justice, Science, Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA, Interior Environment, Military Construction, VA,Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, FY 2020. Discussed H.R. 3, the Lower Drug Costs Now Act of 2019 and S. 2543, Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act and lowering prescription drug prices. H.R. 3164 Agriculture-Rural Development Appropriations bill, FY 2020- lobbied to protect funding for FDA drug processing funding and user fees. Discussed Medicare Part D issues including part D price negotiation and Part D out-of-pocket cap. S. 340/H.R. 965 - CREATES Act. H.R. 1499 Preserving Consumer Access to Generic Drugs Act. S.64/H.R. 2375 - the Preserve Access to Generics and Biosimilars Act. H.R. 2113 - the Prescription STAR Act. H.R. 2296/S.1391 - The FAIR Drug Pricing Act. S.1416 - the Affordable Prescriptions for Patients Act. S.1437, the Drug-price Transparency in Communications (DTC) Act. S.551, the REFUND Act. S.1209, the REMEDY Act. S. 474/H.R. 2069, the SPIKE Act. H.R. 3 - The Lower Drug Costs Now Act. S. 2543- the Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act. Lobbied Senate in support. Discussed proposed Anti-Kickback rule. Discussed Rx importation. Discussed international reference pricing for Rx.

H.R. 3055/S.2584 Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations, FY 2020 - lobbied in support of Legal Services Corporation, full funding for Census Bureau American Community Survey and in opposition to policy riders affecting access to the Internet. H.R. 1230/S.485 - Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. Supported bills. No bill. Discussed age discrimination reforms generally.

S. 151 - The Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence (TRACED) Act - Discussed bill H.R. 3375 - Discussed the Stopping Bad Robocalls Act H.R. 4229 - Discussed the Broadband Deployment Accuracy and Technological Availability Act H.R. 4227 - Discussed the Mapping Accuracy Promotes Services Act Senate, No bill number - Discussed Robocalls, Fraud, and Scams affecting older Americans

H.R. 3164, H.R. 3055, H.R. 2960, H.R. 3351, H.R. 2740, H.R. 3163/S.2584, Agriculture-Rural Development, Commerce, Science & Justice Appropriations, Energy & Water Appropriation, Financial Services & General Government Appropriations, Labor-HHS Appropriations, and Transportation-HUD Appropriations bills, FY 2020 - lobbied to protect funding levels for federal programs, including all which provide health care, nutrition, housing, weatherization, energy assistance, legal aid and financial security. P.L. 115-119 - discussed RAISE Family Caregivers Act implementation and appropriations with Senate staff

H.R. 2740 Labor-HHS Appropriations bill, FY 2020 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re ACA, and various related medical care research and supportive services. S.340/H.R. 965 - the CREATES Act. S.64/H.R. 2375 - the Preserve Access to Generics and Biosimilars Act. H.R. 1499 - the Preserving Consumer Access to Generics Act. H.R. 3 - The Lower Drug Costs Now Act. S. 2543 - the Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act. S. 1921, Discussed the Provider Training in Palliative Care Act. S. 299, Discussed the Geriatrics Workforce Improvement Act. No bill number - Discussed Medicare Advantage program. H.R. 1682/S.753 Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act. H.R. 1342/S.548 Empower Act.

H.R. 3351/S.2524 Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill, FY 2020 - Lobbied to protect and enhance funding levels for IRS VITA & TCE taxpayer assistance programs. S.110 - Supported the Medical Expense Savings Act. H.R. 2073 - Supported bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 7.5 percent adjusted gross income floor for the medical expense deduction. S. 1443/H.R. 2730, Discussed the Credit for Caring Act and caregiving statistics. S. 617 Tax Extenders & Disaster Relief Act. Discussed paid family leave and Social Security, including H.R. 3865 and S. 463.

H.R. 2740, Labor-HHS Appropriations, FY 2020 - Lobbied to protect funding for DOL SCSEP and CNCS Senior Corps program. H.R. 1168 - Working on Rewarding and Keeping Employees Resilient (WORKER) Act. Discussed bill and provisions on transition assistance. H.R. 1230/S.485 - Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. Supported bill and discussed Parental Leave program with staff. H.R. 3130 Age Discrimination in Employment Parity Act. No bill. Discussed age discrimination reforms generally in both House & Senate. S. 219, Discussed Geriatrics Workforce Improvement Act. No bill number. Discussed caregiver discrimination bill with Senate staff. Discussed minimum wage/overtime rule for home care workers. Discussed paid family leave with House and Senate staff.

S.149/H.R. 1610 Stop Seniors Scam Act.

H.R. 2740 Labor-HHS Appropriations bill, FY 2020 - lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. No bill number - Discussed civil money penalties for enforcement in nursing homes. No bill number - Discussed nursing home quality and enforcement issues and shared relevant information. No bill number - Submitted and shared statement for the record for Senate Finance Committee nursing home hearing. No bill number - Discussed nursing homes, including the Special Focus Facility Program. Discussed emergency preparedness regulations for nursing homes. No bill number - Discussed mental health access challenges under the Medicare program with Senate staff. No bill number. Provided information related to anti-psychotic drug use in nursing homes and other nursing home issues to House staff. No bill number. Discussed Elder Justice Act reauthorization. No bill number. Discussed nursing home bill with Senate staff. H.R. 1334/S. 2000, Discussed the Protecting Married Seniors from Impoverishment Act. H.R. 1342/S. 548, Discussed the EMPOWER Care Act. No bill number. Discussed issues affecting dual eligibles. S. 2574, PROTECTS Act. No bill number. Discussed managed long-term services and supports with GAO, including grievances and appeals. Discussed Medicare Part D issues.

H.R. 3055/S.2584 Commerce, Justice, Science, Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA, Interior Environment, Military Construction, VA,Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, FY 2020. H.R. 2740 Labor-HHS Appropriations FY 2020 - lobbied in support of funding for various programs, including Social Security administrative expenses, senior nutrition (SNAP, Commodity Supplemental Food program and Older Americans Act Title III), caregiving, weatherization, energy assistance, supportive services, housing and volunteer community service programs. Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act, including funding, caregiving, nutrition, social isolation, homelessness, and age-friendly communities. Discussed the National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) under the Older Americans Act, including caregiver assessments and the distribution of funding. H.R. 3782, Supporting Family Caregivers Act of 2019. H.R. 4334, Dignity in Aging Act of 2019. P.L. 115-119, RAISE Family Caregivers Act - discussed extension of RAISE. S.1536, Discussed the Age-Friendly Communities Act of 2019. No bill number - Discussed Older Americans Social Isolation and Loneliness Prevention Act with Senate staff No bill number - Discussed Grandfamilies kinship care and school lunches with Senate staff. Discussed paid family leave and Social Security, including H.R. 3865 and S. 463.

H.R. 3351/S.2524 Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill, FY 2020 - Fiduciary Duty, and Taxpayer Assistance Programs. Discussed implementation of Reg BI and need for a fiduciary standard (no bill number). Discussed need for disclosure testing and default paper delivery of disclosures and other financial documents, including H.R. 1815.

H.R. 2740, Labor-HHS Appropriations, FY 2020 - Lobbied to protect funding for DOL SCSEP and CNCS Senior Corps program. Discussed the Professionals Access to Health Workforce Integration Act. H.R. 1168 - Working on Rewarding and Keeping Employees Resilient (WORKER) Act. Discussed bill and provisions on transition assistance. H.R. 1230/S.485 - Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. Supported bills. No bill - Discussed age harassment & reforms needed to strengthen age discrimination law. H.R. 2148/S. 1082 - BE HEARD Act. Supported several provisions regarding age-based harassment and other forms of age discrimination. No bill number. Discussed Medicaid provisions in federal domestic worker bill of rights.

S. 591, Guardianship Accountability Act - discussed and provided support for the bill. No bill number -discussed elder abuse, guardianship, and Elder Justice Act reauthorization. No bill number - discussed Elder Justice Act and adult protective service funding. No bill number. Responded to senior fraud bill inquiry.

S. 151 - The Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence (TRACED) Act - Discussed and shared AARPs support for the bill. H.R. 3375 - The Stopping Bad Robocalls Act - Discussed and shared AARPs support for the bill. S. 1167 - The Digital Equity Act of 2019 - Discussed and endorsed. H.R. 1575 - Discussed the Robocall Enforcement Enhancement Act. S. 1522 - Discussed Broadband Data Improvement Act legislation. No bill number - Discussed broadband mapping.

H.R. 1994, the Setting Every Community up for Retirement Act of 2019 (SECURE Act) - Supported bill. S. 975, the Womens Retirement Protection Act - Supported bill. S. 1053, the Saving for the Future Act - Supported bill. H.R. 1838 Social Security Child Protection Act. H.R. 1940/S.920 New Parents Act-The CRADLE Act (paid parental leave) H.R. 397, Rehabilitation for Multiemployer Pensions Act. S. 972/H.R. 1007 Retirement Enhancement & Savings Act. Opposed legislation permitting electronic delivery to be the default method for providing important retirement plan disclosures and notices. Supported legislation recommending paper delivery of Social Security benefit statements. Discussed private sector retirement reform issues and testified before Senate Committee on Finance on private retirement issues. Discussed multiemployer pension issues. Discussed contingent workers and personal pension legislative options and issues. Discussed small employer retirement issues. Discussed opposition to paid family leave through Social Security. Discussed Social Security and testified before the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Social Security. Submitted comments on price indexes, and how different indexes might affect the estimation of the Official Poverty Measure (OPM). Met with DOL and SEC on disclosure, fiduciary duty and consumer protection issues.

H.R. 2740 Labor-HHS Appropriations FY 2020 - lobbied in support of funding for various programs, including Social Security administrative expenses, senior nutrition (SNAP, Commodity Supplemental Food program and Older Americans Act Title III), caregiving, weatherization, energy assistance, supportive services, housing and volunteer community service programs. Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act, including funding, caregiving, nutrition, social isolation and age-friendly communities with House and Senate staff. Discussed the National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) under the Older Americans Act, including caregiver assessments and the distribution of funding. S.1017, Supporting Americas Caregivers and Families Act. S.1146, Supporting Caregivers Act. S. 1159, Inclusive Aging Act . S.1536, Age-Friendly Communities Act of 2019. H.R.1777, Ruthie and Connie LGBT Elder Americans Act of 2019. H.R. 1230/S. 485 Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. H.R. 3130 Age Discrimination in Employment Parity Act. P.L. 115-119, RAISE Family Caregivers Act - discussed extension of RAISE. Discussed Family Caregiving Advisory Council and implementation with Administration for Community Living. Older Americans Social Isolation and Loneliness Prevention Act (no bill number) - discussed bill. Home Care Ombudsman Program Act (no bill number) - discussed bill. S. 110, Medical Expense Savings Act - discussed bill and law, family caregiving broadly and best practices, ACT Caucus, family caregiving research, and Medicaid managed long-term services and supports and family caregiving. S. 1443/H.R. 2730, Credit for Caring Act - discussed reintroduction of the bill and AARPs support. S. 995/H.R. 2035, Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act - endorsed bill, discussed bill and cosponsorship of the legislation, and submitted House hearing statement in support of the bill. No bill number. Discussed Assisting Caregivers Today (ACT) Caucus. Provided family caregiving information and resources. No bill number. Discussed family caregiving and military caregivers.

H.R. 3055 Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations, FY 2020 - lobbied in support of Legal Services Corporation, full funding for Census Bureau American Community Survey and in opposition to policy riders affecting access to the Internet. H.R. 1230/S.485 - Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. Supported bills. No bill - Discussed age harassment & reforms needed to strengthen age discrimination law. S. 583 - Digital Accountability and Transparency to Advance (DATA) Privacy Act. Prior to introduction, discussed provisions on discriminatory ad-targeting. H.R. 2148/S. 1082 - BE HEARD Act. Supported several provisions regarding age-based harassment and other forms of age discrimination. H.R. 3130 - Age Discrimination in Employment Parity Act of 2019. H.R. 5/S. 788 - Equality Act. Supported bills. H.R. 555 Disability Integration Act. Supported bill.

H.R. 2740 Labor-HHS Appropriations bill, FY 2020 - lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Discussed civil money penalties for enforcement in nursing homes. Lobbied CMS. Discussed nursing home quality and enforcement issues and shared relevant information. Discussed draft nursing home bill. Submitted and shared statement for the record for Senate Finance Committee nursing home hearing. Discussed nursing homes, including the Special Focus Facility Program (no bill number). Discussed emergency preparedness regulations for nursing homes. S. 117/H.R. 555, Disability Integration Act -discussed bill language, support for, and introduction of the bill. No bill number - discussed Money Follows the Person Rebalancing Demonstration Program and Medicaid home and community-based services (HCBS) spousal impoverishment protections and extending them. S. 753/H.R. 1682 - Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act - shared AARP support letters for the legislation, discussed the bill, and shared related information. P.L. 114-42, NOTICE Act - discussed transparency/surprise medical billing, including observation issues and related prior legislation. S. 548/H.R. 1342, EMPOWER Care Act - discussed and shared AARPs support for the bill. H.R. 1343, Protecting Married Seniors from Impoverishment Act - discussed and shared AARPs support for the bill. S. 296, Home Health Planning Improvement Act - discussed and shared support for the bill. No bill number - discussed issues affecting dully eligible individuals. Discussed surprise billing and health care price transparency. Discussed oral health coverage in Medicare. S. 668/H.R. 1570 - Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act of 2019 - joined letter of endorsement. S. 286/H.R. 945 - Mental Health Access Improvement Act - sent letter of endorsement. H.R. 1301 - Mental Health Telemedicine Expansion Act - sent letter of endorsement. S.1999 - Improving Low Income Access to Prescription Drugs Act. H.R. 1682/S. 753, Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act - discussed support for bill and urged cosponsorship. H.R. 2150, Home Health Care Planning Improvement Act - discussed and shared support letter for bill. Discussed extension of Money Follows the Person Rebalancing Demonstration Program and Medicaid home and community-based services spousal impoverishment protections. Lobbied House and Senate staff. S. 2000, Protecting Married Spouses from Impoverishment Act - discussed and supported bill with Senate staff. H.R. 1342, EMPOWER Care Act - discussed support for the bill and provided information on the Money Follows the Person Rebalancing Demonstration Program. H.R. 555/S. 117, Disability Integration Act - discussed the bill and shared endorsement letter. S. 1895 - Lower Health Care Costs Act - Discussed and sent letter to HELP committee S. 1531 - Stopping The Outrages Practice (STOP) of Surprise Medical Bills Act - Discussed with bill sponsors S. 1280/H.R. 2477 - Beneficiary Enrollment Notification and Eligibility Simplification (BENES) Act - Sent letter of endorsement No bill number. Provided feedback on Home Health Care CAHPS survey (CMS). No bill number. Discussed nursing home bill regarding nursing home resident personal needs allowances. No bill number. Discussed Medicaid provisions in federal domestic worker bill of rights. No bill number. Discussed nursing home quality, regulation, enforcement, and arbitration. No bill number - discussed skilled nursing facility value-based purchasing. No bill number - responded to inquiry regarding Medicaid and Senior Care Act. S. 1202, Independence at Home Act of 2019 - discussed the bill. No bill number. Discussed Medicaid managed long-term services and supports and family caregiving. No bill number - Discussed draft No Surprises Act bill on surprise medical billing Discussed oral health coverage in Medicare

H.R. 2740 Labor-HHS Appropriations bill, FY 2020 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re ACA, and various related medical care research and supportive services. Discussed issue related to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. P.L. 114-42, NOTICE Act and no bill number, Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act - discussed transparency/surprise medical billing, including observation issues and related prior legislation, in response to Senate request for information. S.340/H.R. 965 - the CREATES Act. S.64/H.R. 2375 - the Preserve Access to Generics and Biosimilars Act. H.R. 1499 - the Preserving Consumer Access to Generics Act. Endorsed H.R. 986, H.R. 987, and H.R. 1010, aimed at protecting the core consumer provisions of the ACA, including the prohibition on insurers engaging in an age tax and preexisting condition discrimination. S.1531- STOP Act. Discussed support for restoration and extension of the medical expense deduction. S.110/HR. 2073 Medical Expenses Permanency Legislation. S.617 Tax Extenders & Disaster Relief Act. H.R.2730/S. 1443 Credit for Caring Act. Medical Expense Deductions (included in H.R. 1628 and Better Care Reconciliation Act drafts) S.1209 REMEDY ACT. H.R.1373, Protecting Seniors from Poverty Act. H.R.2150/S. 296, Home Health Care Planning Improvement Act. H.R.1682/S.753 Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act. H.R.1342/S.548 Empower Act. Better Care Reconciliation Act draft.

H.R.21, Consolidated Appropriations Act FY 2019, H.R. 648, 2nd Consolidated Appropriations Act FY 2019, H.J.R. 31 Continuing Appropriations for Homeland Security FY 2019, H.J.R. 143, H.R. 695, Short-term Continuing Appropriations Act Resolution FY 2019, Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill FY 2020 (no bill numbers) - lobbied in support of Legal Services Corporation, full funding for Census Bureau American Community Survey and in opposition to policy riders affecting access to the Internet. H.R. 1230/S.485 - Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. Supported bills. H.R. 7 - Paycheck Fairness Act. Supported bill. No bill - Discussed age harassment & reforms needed to strengthen age discrimination law. S. 583 - Digital Accountability and Transparency to Advance (DATA) Privacy Act. Prior to introduction, discussed provisions on discriminatory ad-targeting.

H.R. 21, Consolidated Appropriations Act. FY 2019, H.R. 648, 2nd Consolidated Appropriations Act. FY 2019, H.J.R. 31 Continuing Appropriations for Homeland Security. FY 2019, H.J.R. 143, H.R. 695, Short-term Continuing Appropriations Act Resolution. FY 2019, Labor-HHS Appropriations bill. FY 2020 (no bill numbers) - lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re ACA, and various related medical care research and supportive services. Discussed issue related to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. P.L. 114-42, NOTICE Act and no bill number, Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act - discussed transparency/surprise medical billing, including observation issues and related prior legislation, in response to Senate request for information. S.340/H.R. 965 - the CREATES Act. S.64 - the Preserve Access to Generics and Biosimilars Act. H.R. 1499 - the Preserving Consumer Access to Generics Act. Endorsed of H.R. 986, H.R. 987, and H.R. 1010, aimed at protecting the core consumer provisions of the ACA, including the prohibition on insurers engaging in an age tax and preexisting condition discrimination. Discussed support for the medical expense deduction.

H.R. 21, Consolidated Appropriations Act FY 2019, H.R. 648, 2nd Consolidated Appropriations Act FY 2019, H.J.R. 31 Continuing Appropriations for Homeland Security FY 2019, H.J.R. 143, H.R. 695, Short-term Continuing Appropriations Act Resolution, FY 2019, Agriculture-Rural Development Appropriations, Energy & Water Appropriations, Labor-HHS Appropriations, Transportation-HUD Appropriations and Energy & Water Appropriation bills FY 2020 (no bill numbers) - lobbied in support of funding for various programs, including Social Security administrative expenses, senior nutrition (SNAP, Commodity Supplemental Food program and Older Americans Act Title III), caregiving, weatherization, energy assistance, supportive services, housing and volunteer community service programs. Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act, including caregiving and maintaining the legal services mandate. Discussed supporting family caregivers including by requiring the assessment of caregivers needs in the National Family Caregiver Support Program under the Older Americans Act. S.905 - Discussed Senior Legal Hotline Act. S.1017 - Discussed Supporting Americas Caregivers and Families Act. Discussed the Supporting Caregivers Act. (No bill number yet) Discussed the Inclusive Aging Act. (No bill number yet) No bill number - discussed ACT Caucus. P.L. 115-119, RAISE Family Caregivers Act - discussed implementation of the law. H. Res. 59, Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Medicare and Social Security provide an essential benefit for current enrollees and should be strengthened for future generations - discussed resolution. No bill numbers - discussed Credit for Caring Act reintroduction and paid leave. No bill number - discussed State LTSS Scorecard and a GAO report. No bill number - discussed and provided information on family caregiving and the sandwich generation. No bill number - discussed family caregiver assessment, the National Family Caregiver Support Program, and draft legislation.

H.R. 21, Consolidated Appropriations Act. FY 2019, H.R. 648, 2nd Consolidated Appropriations Act. FY 2019, H.J.R. 31 Continuing Appropriations for Homeland Security. FY 2019, H.J.R. 143, H.R. 695, Short-term Continuing Appropriations Act Resolution. FY 2019, Labor-HHS Appropriations bill, FY 2020 (no bill numbers) - lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. No bill number - discussed via letter change in use of civil money penalties for enforcement in nursing homes. Lobbied CMS. No bill number - discussed nursing home quality and enforcement issues and shared relevant information. No bill number - discussed draft nursing home bill. No bill number - submitted and shared statement for the record for Senate Finance Committee nursing home hearing. No bill number - Discussed nursing homes, including the Special Focus Facility Program (no bill number). No bill number - discussed emergency preparedness regulations for nursing homes. S. 117/H.R. 555, Disability Integration Act -discussed bill language, support for, and introduction of the bill. No bill number - discussed Money Follows the Person Rebalancing Demonstration Program and Medicaid home and community-based services (HCBS) spousal impoverishment protections and extending them. S. 753/H.R. 1682 - Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act - shared AARP support letters for the legislation, discussed the bill, and shared related information. P.L. 114-42, NOTICE Act and no bill number, Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act - discussed transparency/surprise medical billing, including observation issues and related prior legislation. S. 548/H.R. 1342, EMPOWER Care Act - discussed and shared AARPs support for the bill. H.R. 1343, Protecting Married Seniors from Impoverishment Act - discussed and shared AARPs support for the bill. S. 296, Home Health Planning Improvement Act - discussed and shared support for the bill. No bill number - discussed issues affecting dually eligible individuals. Discussed surprise billing and health care price transparency. Discussed oral health coverage in Medicare. S. 668/H.R. 1570 - Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act of 2019 - joined letter of endorsement. S. 286/H.R. 945 - Mental Health Access Improvement Act - sent letter of endorsement. H.R. 1301 - Mental Health Telemedicine Expansion Act - sent letter of endorsement.

H.R. 21, Consolidated Appropriations Act FY 2019, H.R. 648, 2nd Consolidated Appropriations Act FY 2019, H.J.R. 31 Continuing Appropriations for Homeland Security FY 2019, H.J.R. 143, H.R. 695, Short-term Continuing Appropriations Act Resolution FY 2019, Agriculture-Rural Development Appropriations bill (no bill numbers) - lobbied to protect funding for FDA drug processing funding and user fees.

Discussed the Professionals Access to Health Workforce Integration Act. H.R. 1168 - Working on Rewarding and Keeping Employees Resilient (WORKER) Act. Prior to introduction, discussed provisions on transition assistance. H.R. 1230/S.485 - Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. Supported bills. H.R. 7 - Paycheck Fairness Act. Supported bill. No bill - Discussed age harassment & reforms needed to strengthen age discrimination law.

The Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence (TRACED) Act - Discussed bill and Telecom related issues (No bill number). The Digital Equity Act of 2019 - Discussed bill (no bill number). Discussed issues related to Rural Broadband expansion and broadband mapping.

H.J.R. 143, H.R. 695, Short-term Continuing Appropriations Act Resolution, 2019, H.R.6157, Department of Defense and Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Act, 2019 and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019 - Lobbied in support of older worker training programs and in opposition to further constraints upon ERISA conflicts of interest regulation. Discussed concerns regarding weakening of overtime rule at DOL listening session. Discussed job harassment based on age. Submitted comments to the Department of Labor regarding the Expanding Employment, Training, and Apprenticeship Opportunities for 16- and 17- Year-Olds in Health Care Occupations Under the Fair Labor Standards Act; RIN 1235- AA22 proposed rule

H.J.R. 143, H.R. 695, Short-term Continuing Appropriations Act Resolution, 2019, H.R.6147, Interior, Environment, Financial Services and General Government, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2019 - Lobbied in opposition to inclusion of hostile riders concerning SEC and DOL fiduciary duty rules with House and Senate Appropriations Committee staff. Discussed concerns regarding the SECs proposed rulemaking on Regulation BI. Filed a letter and research findings with the SEC in support of a uniform standard that would apply to both broker-dealers and investment advisers when providing personalized investment advice to retail investors, as well as recommendations for improving its proposed Client Relationship Summary. Filed a letter with the SEC on Fund Retail Investor Experience and Disclosure.

Discussed social isolation and related issues with Senate staff. Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act with House, Senate and ACL staff. P.L. 115-119, RAISE Family Caregivers Act and H.R. 6157, Department of Defense and Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Act, 2019 and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019 - discussed funding and implementation of the RAISE Family Caregivers Act and related issues. P.L. 115-119, RAISE Family Caregivers Act - discussed implementation of the law and the Family Caregiving Advisory Council, Older Americans Act reauthorization, family caregiving and long-term services and supports (ACL). Submitted a nomination and support for a nomination for the Family Caregiving Advisory Council under the RAISE Family Caregivers Act, P.L. 115-119 (House, Senate and ACL). Discussed Long-Term Services and Supports Scorecard and AARP family caregiving research, reports, papers (ACL, no bill number). Shared invitations to What They Had screening and reception (no bill number, House and Senate). Discussed family caregiving statistics (no bill number). S. 3412, Paid Family Leave Pilot Extension Act - discussed the bill, family caregiving, and Treasury guidance on the current employer tax credit for paid leave in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (P.L. 115-97) (Senate). S. 3608/H.R. 3493, Care Corps Demonstration Act - discussed Senate bill introduction. Discussed supporting family caregivers and barriers to doing so, family caregiver assessment in the Medicaid home and community-based services state plan option, Medicare and family caregivers (ACL). Discussed ACT Caucus members (no bill number, House and Senate). Discussed ACT Caucus in 2019 (House, no bill number). H.J.R. 143, H.R. 695, Short-term Continuing Appropriations Act Resolution, 2019,H.R.6157, Department of Defense and Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Act, 2019 and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019 - Lobbied in support of funding for various programs, including Social Security administrative expenses, senior nutrition (USDA Commodity Supplemental Food program and Older Americans Act Title III), caregiving, energy assistance, supportive services, housing and volunteer community service programs. Discussed social isolation and related issues with Senate staff.

Discussed nursing home bill (Senate, no bill number). P.L. 115-123, Bipartisan Budget Act- discussed longitudinal chronic care planning services (GAO). Submitted comments to CMS regarding the Massachusetts Medicare-Medicaid Integration Demonstration: Duals Demonstration 2.0. Discussed issues affecting dual eligibles and the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 (P.L. 115-123) - discussed provisions of the law and other issues affecting dual eligibles (CMS, ACL). Discussed CY 2020 Medicare Advantage and Part D Flexibility Proposed Rule (CMS, no bill number). Discussed comments regarding Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Regulatory Provisions To Promote Program Efficiency, Transparency, and Burden Reduction proposed rule (Senate, no bill number). Discussed end of year package and Medicaid home and community-based services (HCBS) spousal impoverishment protections (no bill number at the time). H.R. 7217, The IMPROVE Act - discussed support for the legislation. S. 2227/H.R. 5306, EMPOWER Care Act - signed onto letter in support of the Ensuring Medicaid Provides Opportunities for Widespread Equity, Resources, and Care Act. Signed onto letter in support of extending the Money Follows the Person Demonstration Project and the Medicaid home and community-based services (HCBS) spousal impoverishment protections (no bill number). H.R. 7149, Protecting Married Seniors from Impoverishment Act - Discussed Medicaid HCBS spousal impoverishment protections and extending them or making them permanent (Senate/House). Discussed proposed rule regarding nursing homes, Medicare and Medicaid requirements (OMB). Submitted comments to CMS regarding Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Regulatory Provisions To Promote Program Efficiency, Transparency, and Burden Reduction proposed rule. H.J.R. 143, H.R. 695, Short-term Continuing Appropriations Act Resolution, 2019, H.R.6157, Department of Defense and Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Act, 2019 and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and in opposition to hostile policy riders regarding Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, and various related medical care research and Older Americans Act programs. Sent letter of support to Senate regarding the Protecting Patients from Surprise Medical Bills Act (no bill number). Discussed Medicare Part D improvements and policies with House and Senate staff. Discussed Medicare Part B prescription drug policies with House and Senate staff.

H.J.R. 143, H.R. 695, Short-term Continuing Appropriations Act Resolution, 2019, H.R.6147, Interior, Environment, Financial Services and General Government, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2019 - Lobbied in opposition to inclusion of hostile riders concerning SEC and DOL fiduciary duty rules with House and Senate Appropriations Committee staff. Discussed concerns regarding the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed rulemaking on a new standard of conduct for broker-dealers. H.R. 4610, Receiving Electronic Statements to Improve Retiree Earnings Act - Opposed permitting electronic delivery to be the default method for providing important retirement plan disclosures and notices. H.R. 5282/S. 2526, the Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act - Supported bill. S. 3197, SIMPLE plan Modernization Act - Supported bill. S. 3781 - Retirement Security and Savings Act of 2018 - Supported bill. Discussed retirement issues relevant to tax reform. Discussed Congressional Multiemployer Pension Plan Committee and Multiemployer Pension issues. Discussed contingent workers and personal pension legislative options and issues. Discussed women's Social Security and retirement issues. Discussed small employer retirement issues. Discussed problems with paid family leave through Social Security. Discussed the Windfall Elimination Provision in Social Security with House staff. Submitted comments to the Department of Labor on multiple employer plans and an application by the Retirement Clearinghouse to automatically roll-over certain terminated retirement accounts.

S. 2076, the BOLD Infrastructure for Alzheimers Act - discussed the legislation. Discussed potential health care priorities for the 116th Congress with House and Senate committee staffs. H.J.R. 143, H.R. 695, Short-term Continuing Appropriations Act Resolution, 2019, H.R.6157, Department of Defense and Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Act, 2019 and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders regarding Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, and various related medical care research and Older Americans Act programs. Discussed support for the medical expense deduction. Drafted language re: Medicares support for paying for certified nurse anesthetists.

H.J.R. 143, H.R. 695, Short-term Continuing Appropriations Act Resolution, 2019, H.R.6147, Interior, Environment, Financial Services and General Government, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2019 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for Commodity Supplemental Food Program. P.L. 115-334, Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 - Discussed the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and related programs, the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP), and support for the conference report accompanying the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, H.R. 2, with House and Senate staff. Discussed USDA nutrition programs with USDA staff.

H.J.R. 143, H.R. 695, Short-term Continuing Appropriations Act Resolution, 2019, H.R.6157, Department of Defense and Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Act, 2019 and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019 - Lobbied in support of funding for various programs, including Social Security administrative expenses, senior nutrition (USDA Commodity Supplemental Food program and Older Americans Act Title III), caregiving, energy assistance, supportive services, housing and volunteer community service programs. Discussed support for the medical expense deduction.

Discussed issues related to Rural Broadband expansion and broadband mapping with House and Senate staff. H.R. 2479, Leading Infrastructure for Tomorrows America Act - Discussed bill with House Staff.

H.R. 2212/ S. 974, CREATES Act - Discussed support of bill. H.R. 2439/S.1131, FAIR Drug Pricing Act - Discussed support of bill. S. 124, The Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Discussed support of bill. Part D Deal in Bipartisan Budget Act, met with House and Senate offices to reiterate our support for the deal; sent multiple letters to House and Senate leadership; discussed support for the deal with House and Senate staff. Discussed the Presidents Prescription Drug Blueprint and RFI. S. 2553, Know the Lowest Price Act - supported passage of legislation. S.2554, Patient Right to Know Act - supported passage of legislation. Discussed possible ways to improve Medicare Part D. Discussed Rx Price Watch Reports and the impact of high drug costs. Discussed drug pricing reforms AARP supports, including secretarial negotiation, importation, reducing exclusivity for biologics, and ending pay-for-delay deals. Discussed Rx issues with HHS.

Discussed job harassment based on age. Discussed data needs at EEOC listening Session.

H.R. 4610, Receiving Electronic Statements to Improve Retiree Earnings Act - Opposed permitting electronic delivery to be the default method for providing important retirement plan disclosures and notices. H.R. 5282/S. 2526, the Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act - Supported bill. S. 3197, SIMPLE plan Modernization Act - Supported bill. Discussed retirement issues relevant to tax reform. Discussed Congressional Multiemployer Pension Plan Committee and Multiemployer Pension issues. Discussed women's Social Security and retirement issues. Discussed small employer retirement issues. Testified before the DOL ERISA Advisory Council on Lifetime Income products and issues. Discussed concerns regarding the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed rulemaking on a new standard of conduct for broker-dealers. Discussed retirement issues relevant to tax reform generally and "Tax 2.0" legislation. P.L. 115-119, RAISE Family Caregivers Act; S. 1151/H.R. 2505, Credit for Caring Act - Discussed bills and provided feedback on policy ideas regarding caregiving and retirement security with GAO staff. H.R.6147, Interior, Environment, Financial Services and General Government, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2019 - Lobbied in opposition to inclusion of hostile riders concerning SEC and DOL fiduciary duty rules with House and Senate Appropriations Committee staff. Discussed opposition to paid family leave through Social Security. Discussed the Windfall Elimination Provision in Social Security with House Ways and Means staff.

Discussed nutrition for older adults with GAO staff. Discussed the National Strategy to Increase Life Expectancy Act (no bill number) and provided feedback to House staff. Discussed Medicare Advantage (MA) benchmark caps and the impact on certain states. Discussed Administration rules (Short-Term Limited Duration Plans and Association Health Plans) with House and Senate staff. Also, discussed Senate introduction of Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution that would allow Congress to roll back the Short-Term Limited Duration Plan rule. Discussed support for the medical expense deduction. H.R.6157, Department of Defense and Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Act, 2019 and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders regarding Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, and various related medical care research and Older Americans Act programs.

Discussed issues related to robocalls with Senate staff.

H.R. 2650/S. 443, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. H.R. 4/S. 1405/H.R. 302, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 - Opposed to imposition of mandatory retirement age for pilots. Supported creating requirement for fitness centers to have at least one exercise machine accessible to persons with disabilities (no bill). S. 2994/S. 2988/H.R. 6406, EMPOWER Act - Supported legislation to respond to workplace harassment. H.R. 5952/S. 3072, Commerce, Science & Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2019 - Lobbied in support of Legal Services Corporation, full funding for Census Bureau American Community Survey, and in opposition to policy riders affecting access to the Internet.

H.R. 2, Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 - Discussed the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Commodity Supplement Food Program (CSFP) with House and Senate staff. Discussed issue of grandparents caring for grandchildren and barriers to accessing SNAP with Senate staff. Discussed nutrition programs including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) with USDA. S. 2085, Nourishing Our Golden Years Act - Discussed support of bill. H.R.6147, Interior, Environment, Financial Services and General Government, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2019 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for Commodity Supplemental Food Program.

H.R. 6690, the Fighting Fraud to Protect Care for Seniors Act - Sent letter of endorsement. Discussed health data sharing and interoperability with ONC. Discussed value-based insurance design and bundled payment models with CMS. Discussed dental, vision, and hearing care and coverage with House and Senate staff. Discussed health care price transparency with Senate staff. Discussed Medicare reimbursement for evaluation and management codes with House staff. Discussed Medicare Part D improvements and policies with House and Senate staff. Discussed Medicare Part B payments for prescription drugs with House staff. Shared information about Across the States: Profiles in Long-Term Services and Supports (no bill number) with House and Senate staff. Provided information regarding nursing homes to Senate staff. Discussed and provided feedback on nursing home bill (no bill number) to Senate staff. Discussed nursing homes, nursing home quality, oversight and enforcement with CMS staff. Sent materials from Family Caregiving: Medicare and Medicaid briefing to House and Senate staff attendees. H.R.6157, Department of Defense and Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Act, 2019 and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and in opposition to hostile policy riders regarding Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, and various related medical care research and Older Americans Act programs.

Discussed concerns regarding the SECs proposed rulemaking on Regulation BI. Filed a letter and research findings with the SEC in support of a uniform standard that would apply to both broker-dealers and investment advisers when providing personalized investment advice to retail investors, as well as, recommendations for improving its proposed Client Relationship Summary. H.R.6147, Interior, Environment, Financial Services and General Government, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2019 - Lobbied in opposition to inclusion of hostile riders concerning SEC and DOL fiduciary duty rules with House and Senate Appropriations Committee staff. Discussed concerns regarding the SEC's proposed rulemaking on Regulation BI and on the CRS disclosure form.

H.R. 2650/S. 443, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. H.R. 4/S. 1405/H.R.302, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 - Opposed to imposition of mandatory retirement age for pilots. H.R. 4219, Workflex in the 21st Century Act - Opposed bill to preempt state and local leave and other related laws. H.R. 4942, Building U.S. Infrastructure by Leveraging Demands for Skills (BUILDS) Act - Discussed issues related to bill (no position taken). H.R.6157, Department of Defense and Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Act, 2019 and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019 - Lobbied in support of older worker training programs and in opposition to further constraints upon ERISA conflicts of interest regulation.

Discussed support for medical expense deduction in Tax 2.0 House legislation. Discussed potential reintroduction of permanent legislation regarding medical expense deduction in Senate. S. 1151/H.R. 2505, Credit for Caring Act - Discussed bill and provided information in response to questions related to the bill with Senate and House staff. Discussed family caregiving, nutrition, SNAP with House staff. H.R.6147, Interior, Environment, Financial Services and General Government, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2019 - Lobbied to protect and enhance funding levels for IRS VITA & TCE taxpayer assistance programs. Sent Treasury letter requesting guidance on the recently enacted tax credit to encourage employers to provide paid family and medical leave.

H.R.6147, Interior, Environment, Financial Services and General Government, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2019, H.R.6147, Interior, Environment, Financial Services and General Government, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2019, H.R. 5952/S. 3072,Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2019, and H.R.5895, Energy and Water, Legislative Branch and Military Construction-Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act, 2019 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for federal programs which provide health care, nutrition, housing, energy assistance, legal aid and retirement security.

Discussed efforts to include harmful prescription drug policies in NAFTA with House and Senate staff. H.R. 2212/ S. 974, CREATES Act - Discussed support of bill. H.R. 2439/S.1131, FAIR Drug Pricing Act - Discussed support of bill. S. 124, The Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Discussed support of bill. Part D Deal in Bipartisan Budget Act, Met with House offices to reiterate our support for the deal; sent multiple letters to House and Senate leadership; discussed support for the deal with House and Senate staff. Discussed the Presidents Prescription Drug Blueprint and RFI. S. 1091, the Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandkids Act - Advocated for passage of bill. S. 2553, Know the Lowest Price Act - Endorsed legislation. S.2554, Patient Right to Know Act - Endorsed legislation. Discussed opioid abuse legislation to address opioid abuse and misuse. Discussed possible ways to improve Medicare Part D. Discussed Rx Price Watch Reports and the impact of high drug costs. Discussed drug pricing reforms AARP supports, including secretarial negotiation, importation, reducing exclusivity for biologics, and ending pay-for-delay deals. Discussed family caregiving, opioids, and Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Act (P.L. 115-196, S. 1091/H.R. 3105).

H.R. 5961/S. 2976, Agriculture-Rural Development & Related Agencies bill for FY 2019, H.R. 5952/S. 3072, Commerce, Science & Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2019, H.R. 5895/S. 2975, Energy & Water Appropriation bill for FY 2019, H.R. 6258/S. 3107, Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2019, H.H. 5895/S. 3024, Military Construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs Appropriations bill for FY 2019, S. 3158, Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2019, and H.R. 6072/S. 3023, Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2019 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for federal programs which provide health care, nutrition, housing, energy assistance, legal aid and retirement security.

H.R. 2650/S. 443, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. H.R. 4/S. 1405, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 - Opposed to imposition of mandatory retirement age for pilots. Discussed support for the Department of Labor (DOL) Fiduciary rule and concerns regarding the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed best interest standard. S. 3158, Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2019 - Lobbied in support of older worker training programs and in opposition to further constraints upon ERISA conflicts of interest regulation. Lobbied on paid leave thru Social Security (no bill); S. 337, FAMILY Act

S. 1885, AV START Act - Discussed autonomous vehicle legislation and improvements to the bill. Discussed traffic safety and older pedestrians. Discussed safe road design for all users of the road. H.R. 4/S. 1405, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 - Opposed to imposition of mandatory retirement age for pilots. H.R. 6072/S. 3023, Transportation and HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied to protect and enhance funding levels for local government transportation projects (TIGER/BUILD) and NHTSA research re autonomous vehicles and other advanced vehicle technologies. H.R. 3388, SELF DRIVE Act - Discussed bill.

H.R. 5961/S. 2976, Agriculture-Rural Development & Related Agencies bill for FY 2108 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for Commodity Supplemental Food Program. S. 3042 Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 - Lobbied in support of the SNAP and Commodity Supplemental Food program provisions included in the bill. H.R. 2, Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 - Lobbied in opposition to the bills changes to the SNAP program. S. 2085, Nourishing our Golden Years Act - Discussed bill with Senate staff.

H.R. 4610, Receiving Electronic Statements to Improve Retiree Earnings Act - Opposed permitting electronic delivery to be the default method for providing important retirement plan disclosures and notices. H.R. 6258/S. 3107, Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in opposition to inclusion of hostile riders concerning SEC and DOL fiduciary duty rules with House and Senate Appropriations Committee staff. S. 2753, Commission on Retirement Security Act of 2018 - Discussed bill. Discussed Congressional Multiemployer Pension Plan Committee. H.R. 854, the Retirement Security for American Workers Act; H.R. 4158, the Retirement Plan Modernization Act; H.R. 4604, the Increasing Access to a Secure Retirement Act; and H.R. 4610, the Receiving Electronic Statements to Improve Retiree Earnings Act - Sent letter to the US House Committee on Education and the Workforce on pending retirement bills. H.R. 4547, Strengthening Protections for Social Security Beneficiaries Act of 2018 - Sent letter in support for bill. Discussed women's retirement issues. Discussed consideration of paid leave programs as part of Social Security system. Discussed Windfall Elimination Provision in Social Security. Discussed small employer retirement incentives. S. 2526, Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act - Sent letter in support of bill. S. 2474, Retirement Savings Lost and Found Act of 2018 - Discussed bill. Met with SSA staff at their request to discuss how to make their website more user-friendly. H.R. 6084, Improving Social Security's Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act - Sent letter in support of bill. H.R. 1512, Social Security Child Protection Act of 2018 - Sent letter in support of bill. Discussed support for the Department of Labor (DOL) Fiduciary rule and concerns regarding the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed best interest standard. Discussed retirement issues relevant to tax reform. Discussed family caregiving and retirement security including (P.L. 115-119) RAISE Family Caregivers Act, and (S. 1151/H.R. 2505) Credit for Caring Act with GAO staff. Lobbied on paid leave thru Social Security (no bill); S. 337, FAMILY Act

Sent a letter to USTR regarding prescription drugs concerns in NAFTA negotiations. Sent letter supporting the inclusion of H.R. 3032, the Mental Health Access Improvement Act, in larger opioids bill, H.R. 5531, the Opioid Emergency Response Act. Participated in stakeholder calls organized by the White House and HHS on the Presidents Prescription Drug Blueprint. H.R. 2212/ S. 974, CREATES Act - Discussed support of bill. H.R. 2439/S.1131, FAIR Drug Pricing Act - Discussed support of bill. S. 124, The Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Discussed support of bill. Part D Deal in Bipartisan Budget Act - Met with House offices to reiterate our support for the deal; sent a letter to House and Senate leadership; discussed support for the deal with Senate staff. Discussed the Presidents Prescription Drug Blueprint and RFI. S. 1091, the Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandkids Act - Advocated for passage of bill. S. 2553, Know the Lowest Price Act - Sent letter of endorsement. S.2554, Patient Right to Know Act - Sent letter of endorsement. Discussed Committee activities on opioid abuse legislation to address opioid abuse and misuse. Discussed possible ways to improve Medicare Part D. Discussed Rx Price Watch Reports and the impact of high drug costs. Discussed drug pricing reforms AARP supporting, including secretarial negotiation, importation, reducing exclusivity for biologics, and ending pay-for-delay deals. Discussed family caregiving, opioids, and Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Act (P.L. 115-196, S. 1091/H.R. 3105).

Discussed support services and issues for older adults in rural areas and ( P.L. 115-119) RAISE Family Caregivers Act. P.L. 115-70, Elder Abuse Prevention and Prosecution Act - Noted the law and responded to inquiry and provided information regarding guardianship elder abuse. Discussed Guardianship Abuse Prevention Act (no bill number). Discussed guardianship and Senate Special Committee on Aging stakeholder request. Responded to inquiry regarding advance planning documents (advance directives/POLST).

H.R. 2650/S. 443, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. H.R. 4/S. 1405, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 - Opposed to imposition of mandatory retirement age for pilots. H.R. 5952/S. 3072, Commerce, Science & Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2019 - Lobbied in support of Legal Services Corporation, full funding for Census Bureau American Community Survey, and in opposition to policy riders affecting access to the Internet.

S. 3158, Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2019 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders regarding Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, and various related medical care research and Older Americans Act programs. Discussed support for medical expense deduction tax treatment. Shared comment for the Broadband Connection for Rural Opportunities Program (B-CROP) legislation under the Agriculture Improvements Act of 2018. Discussed Medicare Advantage (MA) benchmark caps and the impact on certain states. Discussed Administration rules (Short-Term Limited Duration Plans and Association Health Plans) with House and Senate staff. These rules would impact the ACA by introducing insurance products to the individual and small group markets, respectively, that would undermine age rating, pre-existing condition, and essential health benefit protections. Notified the Hill of amicus filing.

Discussed support for the DOL Fiduciary rule and discussed SEC proposed best interest standard. Sent a letter to the SEC in support of a uniform standard that would apply to both broker-dealers and investment advisers when providing personalized investment advice to retail customers. Sent letter in response to and in support of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureaus (CFPB) Request for Information (RFIs) on its public database for Consumer Complaint Reporting. H.R. 6258/S. 3107, Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in opposition to inclusion of hostile riders concerning SEC and DOL fiduciary duty rules with House and Senate Appropriations Committee staff. S. 223/H.R. 3758, Senior Safe Act - Discussed support for the bill. Discussed senior financial fraud (no bill).

Discussed the 2015 Title II Open Internet Order and the Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution. Discussed Copper network infrastructure transition to fiber in the FL keys. Discussed Digital online Privacy issues. Participated in FCC Roundtable workshop on Critical Information Requirements during disasters.

H.R. 6258/S. 3107, Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied to protect and enhance funding levels for IRS VITA & TCE taxpayer assistance programs. H.R. 1051, Halt Tax Increases on the Middle Class and Seniors Act and S. 1977, Seniors Tax Hike Prevention Act of 2017 - Discussed extending/making permanent the 7.5% income threshold for the medical expense deduction. Discussed family caregiver tax credit.

S. 3158, Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2019 - Lobbied in support of funding for various programs, including Social Security administrative expenses, senior nutrition (USDA Commodity Supplemental Food program and Older Americans Act Title III), caregiving, energy assistance, supportive services, housing and volunteer community service programs. P.L. 115-119, RAISE Family Caregivers Act - Discussed implementation and thank you for support and passage of the legislation. P.L. 115-119, Sent letter on RAISE Family Caregivers Act implementation. P.L. 115-119, Requested a hearing question be asked of HHS Secretary Azar on RAISE Family Caregivers Act implementation. Family Caregiving: Medicare and Medicaid Hill briefing - discussed family caregiving, Medicare and Medicaid and RAISE Family Caregivers Act (P.L. 115-119). Invited House and Senate staff. Discussed invitation to AARP PPI roundtable on family caregiving with ACL staff. H.R. 3493, Care Corps Demonstration Act - Discussed the bill itself and support for the legislation; shared letter of support. Discussed family caregiver tax credit. Discussed family caregiving and opioids. P.L. 115-196, S. 1091/H.R. 3105, Discussed support for Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Act. Discussed family caregiving roundtable discussion invitation with ACL staff. Discussed family caregiving and retirement security including (P.L. 115-119) RAISE Family Caregivers Act and (S. 1151/H.R. 250) Credit for Caring Act with GAO staff. Discussed, caregiving, long-term care, voter education, issues important to older adults. Discussed support for family caregivers. Scheduled meeting to discuss Caregiver Corps. Discussed Medicare post-acute care, family caregivers and ways to support them. Lobbied on paid leave thru Social Security (no bill); S. 337, FAMILY Act

S. 218/H.R. 624, P.L. 115-59, Social Security Number Fraud Prevention Act; S. 223/H.R. 3758, Senior Safe Act; H.R. 2721, Seniors Tax Simplification Act; S. 547, Senior Financial Empowerment Act - Discussed AARPs support for these bills and provided family caregiving resources. S. 81, Seniors Fraud Prevention Act - Responded to an inquiry on this bill. (Senate)

S. 1028/H.R.3759, P.L. 115-119, RAISE Family Caregivers Act - Discussed RAISE Family Caregivers Act implementation, Older Americans Act; social isolation (shared report and related invitation to an event); and homelessness/housing for older adults (shared related research and resources). (HHS ASPE) S. 1028/H.R.3759, P.L. 115-119, RAISE Family Caregivers Act - Discussed Senate consideration of the bill, thanked House and Senate offices, discussed implementation and letter to HHS on implementation. (House and Senate) Discussed the Assisting Caregivers Today (ACT) Caucus, abuse in nursing homes, long-term care facility arbitration, long-term care ombudsman program, and elder financial abuse. Responded to inquiry on family caregivers of people with mental health needs and mental health education programs. (no bill number) (Senate) S.1151/H.R. 2505, Credit for Caring Act - Discussed the legislation and next steps. H.R. 3493, Care Corps Demonstration Act of 2017 - Discussed this legislation in response to an inquiry. (Senate) Provided ideas on possible long-term services and supports briefing speakers. (no bill number) (Senate) Responded to inquiry on family caregiving and retirement security. (GAO) S. 218/H.R. 624, P.L. 115-59, Social Security Number Fraud Prevention Act; S. 223/H.R. 3758, Senior Safe Act; H.R. 2721, Seniors Tax Simplification Act; S. 547, Senior Financial Empowerment Act - Discussed AARPs support for these bills and provided family caregiving resources. H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R. 244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (H.R. 3268 & S. 1603) Agriculture-Rural Development & Related Agencies bill for FY 2018, Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018 (H.R. 3358 & S. 1771), Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2018 (H.R. 3353 & S. 1655), and Energy & Water Appropriation bill for FY 2018 (H.R. 3266 & S. 1609) - Lobbied in support of funding for various programs, including Social Security administrative expenses, senior nutrition (Commodity Supplemental Food program and Older Americans Act Title III), caregiving, energy assistance, supportive services, housing and volunteer community service programs.

S. 443/H.R. 2650, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. H.R. 4219, Workflex in the 21st Century Act - Discussed ERISA issues with House staff. H.R. 4, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 - Discussed opposition due to mandatory retirement of pilots.

S. 443/H.R. 2650, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. H.R. 620, ADA Education & Reform Act of 2017 - Opposed bill. H.R. 4, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 - Discussed opposition due to mandatory retirement of pilots. H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (H.R. 3267 & S. 1662) Commerce, Science & Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2018, (H.R. 3266 & S. 1609) Energy & Water Appropriation bill for FY 2018 and (H.R.3280) Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of Legal Services Corporation, full funding for Census Bureau American Community Survey and in opposition to policy riders affecting access to the Internet.

Removing Barriers to Person- and Family-Centered Care Act of 2018 - Discussed and provided feedback on bill. (no bill number) (Senate) Provided ideas on possible long-term services and supports briefing speakers. (no bill number) (Senate) Responded to inquiry on nursing home quality. (no bill number) (House) Shared comment letters on proposed long-term care facility arbitration rule and another letter to HHS/CMS on nursing home quality and enforcement. Provided information regarding nursing home quality issues, nursing home resident dumping, and antipsychotic drug use in nursing homes. (no bill number) (House) Responded to CMS inquiry regarding new Medicare cards. (no bill number) (CMS) H.R. 1625, P.L. 115-141, Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2018 - Responded to Medicare Part D donut hole questions. Discussed family caregiving, Medicare, Medicaid, person- and family-centered care, and long-term services and supports. (no bill number) Discussed coverage of oral health care under Medicare. Discussed and sent letters regarding repeal and reform of Medicare therapy caps. S. 1879/H.R. 3032, Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act - Endorsed and sent letter. H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31) and (H.R.3358 & S.1771) Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R. 244 & H.R. 601, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (H.R. 3268 & S. 1603) Agriculture-Rural Development & Related Agencies bill for FY 2018, (H.R..3267 & S. 1662) Commerce, Science & Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2018, Energy & Water Appropriation bill for FY 2018, (H.R. 3280) Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018, (H.R. 3358 & S. 1771) Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018, and Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for federal programs which provide health, nutrition, housing, energy assistance, legal aid and retirement security.

H.R. 4986, The Repack Airwaves Yielding Better Access for Users of Modern Services Act (RAY BAUMs Act) - Discussed the bill, Robocalls and anti-spoofing. Discussed support for the 2015 Open Internet Order and the Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution.

Discussed changes to the Part D program included in the Bipartisan Budget Act with House and Senate staff. Submitted letters to the Senate Finance Committee and the House Ways and Means Committee detailing AARP's thoughts and priorities related to the opioid epidemic. Discussed legislation related to the opioid epidemic with House and Senate staff. S. 1091, Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandkids Act - Sent letter of support to the Senate HELP Committee. S.1091, Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandkids Act - Discussed support for this legislation with House and Senate staff. S.AMDT to H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2018 - Discussed matters related to Affordable Care Act stabilization language that was being proposed for inclusion. Discussed support for medical expense deduction. H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (H.R. 3358 & S. 1771) Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018 and Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, and various related medical care research and supportive services.

2018 Reauthorization of Farm Bill - Discussed reauthorization and funding of SNAP. (House and Senate)

Discussed support for the Department of Labor (DOL) Fiduciary rule. Discussed retirement issues related to tax and pensions. S. 2526, Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act of 2018 - Supported Hatch-Wyden legislation to make improvements in private sector retirement plans. H.R. 4547, Strengthening Protections for Social Security Beneficiaries Act of 2018 - Supported Johnson-Larson bill to strengthen Social Security representative payee oversight. Discussed Social Security benefit issues. (no bill) Discussed private retirement savings issues. (no bill) Attended Senate HELP Roundtable on retirement security of nonstandard workers.

Discussed upcoming administrative action on drug costs and PBMs with Senate staff. Discussed changes to the Cody Miller PMI Act with Senate staff. H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R. 244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31) and (H.R. 3358 & S. 1771) Agriculture-Rural Development & Related Agencies bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for FDA drug processing funding and user fees.

S. 1885, AV START Act - Discussed autonomous vehicles and improvements to bill. Discussed traffic safety and older pedestrians. Discussed safe road design for all users of the road. H.R. 4, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 - Discussed opposition due to mandatory retirement of pilots.

Discussed support for the DOL Fiduciary rule. Discussed the Security and Exchange Commissions (SEC) upcoming rulemaking regarding a uniform standard that would apply to both broker-dealers and investment advisers when providing personalized investment advice to retail customers, and expressed support for a strong rule that supports the DOLs existing fiduciary rule. Discussed support for Dodd-Frank regulations related to broad consumer protections and protecting seniors from fraud and financial exploitation. H.R. 3758, Senior Safe Act - Sent a letter of endorsement. S. 2526, Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act of 2018 - Supported Hatch-Wyden legislation to make improvements in private sector retirement plans.

Discussed changes to the Part D program included in the Bipartisan Budget Act with House and Senate staff. Submitted letters to the Senate Finance Committee and the House Ways and Means Committee detailing AARP's thoughts and priorities related to the opioid epidemic. Discussed legislation related to the opioid epidemic with House and Senate staff. S. 1091, Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandkids Act - Sent letter of support to the Senate HELP Committee. S.1091, Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandkids Act - Discussed support for this legislation with House and Senate staff. S.AMDT to H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2018 - Discussed matters related to Affordable Care Act stabilization language that was being proposed for inclusion. Discussed support for medical expense deduction. H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (H.R. 3358 & S. 1771) Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018 and Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, and various related medical care research and supportive services.

2018 Reauthorization of Farm Bill - Discussed reauthorization and funding of SNAP. (House and Senate)

S. 1885, AV START Act - Discussed autonomous vehicles and improvements to bill. Discussed traffic safety and older pedestrians. Discussed safe road design for all users of the road. H.R. 4, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 - Discussed opposition due to mandatory retirement of pilots.

S. 443/H.R. 2650, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. H.R. 620, ADA Education & Reform Act of 2017 - Opposed bill. H.R. 4, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 - Discussed opposition due to mandatory retirement of pilots. H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (H.R. 3267 & S. 1662) Commerce, Science & Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2018, (H.R. 3266 & S. 1609) Energy & Water Appropriation bill for FY 2018 and (H.R.3280) Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of Legal Services Corporation, full funding for Census Bureau American Community Survey and in opposition to policy riders affecting access to the Internet.

Removing Barriers to Person- and Family-Centered Care Act of 2018 - Discussed and provided feedback on bill. (no bill number) (Senate) Provided ideas on possible long-term services and supports briefing speakers. (no bill number) (Senate) Responded to inquiry on nursing home quality. (no bill number) (House) Shared comment letters on proposed long-term care facility arbitration rule and another letter to HHS/CMS on nursing home quality and enforcement. Provided information regarding nursing home quality issues, nursing home resident dumping, and antipsychotic drug use in nursing homes. (no bill number) (House) Responded to CMS inquiry regarding new Medicare cards. (no bill number) (CMS) H.R. 1625, P.L. 115-141, Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2018 - Responded to Medicare Part D donut hole questions. Discussed family caregiving, Medicare, Medicaid, person- and family-centered care, and long-term services and supports. (no bill number) Discussed coverage of oral health care under Medicare. Discussed and sent letters regarding repeal and reform of Medicare therapy caps. S. 1879/H.R. 3032, Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act - Endorsed and sent letter. H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31) and (H.R.3358 & S.1771) Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

Discussed support for the DOL Fiduciary rule. Discussed the Security and Exchange Commissions (SEC) upcoming rulemaking regarding a uniform standard that would apply to both broker-dealers and investment advisers when providing personalized investment advice to retail customers, and expressed support for a strong rule that supports the DOLs existing fiduciary rule. Discussed support for Dodd-Frank regulations related to broad consumer protections and protecting seniors from fraud and financial exploitation. H.R. 3758, Senior Safe Act - Sent a letter of endorsement. S. 2526, Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act of 2018 - Supported Hatch-Wyden legislation to make improvements in private sector retirement plans.

Discussed family caregiver tax credit draft legislation. (no bill number) (Senate) S.1151/H.R. 2505, Credit for Caring Act - Discussed the legislation and next steps. S. 218/H.R. 624, P.L. 115-59, Social Security Number Fraud Prevention Act; S. 223/H.R. 3758, Senior Safe Act; H.R. 2721, Seniors Tax Simplification Act; S. 547, Senior Financial Empowerment Act - Discussed AARPs support for these bills and provided family caregiving resources. Discussed support for medical expense deduction. (no bill) Discussed retirement tax issues and pension issues. S. 2526, Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act of 2018 - Supported Hatch-Wyden legislation to make improvements in private sector retirement plans. H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31) and (H.R. 3280) Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied to protect and enhance funding levels for IRS VITA & TCE taxpayer assistance programs.

Discussed support for the Department of Labor (DOL) Fiduciary rule. Discussed retirement issues related to tax and pensions. S. 2526, Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act of 2018 - Supported Hatch-Wyden legislation to make improvements in private sector retirement plans. H.R. 4547, Strengthening Protections for Social Security Beneficiaries Act of 2018 - Supported Johnson-Larson bill to strengthen Social Security representative payee oversight. Discussed Social Security benefit issues. (no bill) Discussed private retirement savings issues. (no bill) Attended Senate HELP Roundtable on retirement security of nonstandard workers.

H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R. 244 & H.R. 601, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (H.R. 3268 & S. 1603) Agriculture-Rural Development & Related Agencies bill for FY 2018, (H.R..3267 & S. 1662) Commerce, Science & Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2018, Energy & Water Appropriation bill for FY 2018, (H.R. 3280) Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018, (H.R. 3358 & S. 1771) Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018, and Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for federal programs which provide health, nutrition, housing, energy assistance, legal aid and retirement security.

S. 218/H.R. 624, P.L. 115-59, Social Security Number Fraud Prevention Act; S. 223/H.R. 3758, Senior Safe Act; H.R. 2721, Seniors Tax Simplification Act; S. 547, Senior Financial Empowerment Act - Discussed AARPs support for these bills and provided family caregiving resources. S. 81, Seniors Fraud Prevention Act - Responded to an inquiry on this bill. (Senate)

S. 443/H.R. 2650, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. H.R. 4219, Workflex in the 21st Century Act - Discussed ERISA issues with House staff. H.R. 4, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 - Discussed opposition due to mandatory retirement of pilots.

S. 1028/H.R.3759, P.L. 115-119, RAISE Family Caregivers Act - Discussed RAISE Family Caregivers Act implementation, Older Americans Act; social isolation (shared report and related invitation to an event); and homelessness/housing for older adults (shared related research and resources). (HHS ASPE) S. 1028/H.R.3759, P.L. 115-119, RAISE Family Caregivers Act - Discussed Senate consideration of the bill, thanked House and Senate offices, discussed implementation and letter to HHS on implementation. (House and Senate) Discussed the Assisting Caregivers Today (ACT) Caucus, abuse in nursing homes, long-term care facility arbitration, long-term care ombudsman program, and elder financial abuse. Responded to inquiry on family caregivers of people with mental health needs and mental health education programs. (no bill number) (Senate) S.1151/H.R. 2505, Credit for Caring Act - Discussed the legislation and next steps. H.R. 3493, Care Corps Demonstration Act of 2017 - Discussed this legislation in response to an inquiry. (Senate) Provided ideas on possible long-term services and supports briefing speakers. (no bill number) (Senate) Responded to inquiry on family caregiving and retirement security. (GAO) S. 218/H.R. 624, P.L. 115-59, Social Security Number Fraud Prevention Act; S. 223/H.R. 3758, Senior Safe Act; H.R. 2721, Seniors Tax Simplification Act; S. 547, Senior Financial Empowerment Act - Discussed AARPs support for these bills and provided family caregiving resources. H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R. 244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (H.R. 3268 & S. 1603) Agriculture-Rural Development & Related Agencies bill for FY 2018, Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018 (H.R. 3358 & S. 1771), Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2018 (H.R. 3353 & S. 1655), and Energy & Water Appropriation bill for FY 2018 (H.R. 3266 & S. 1609) - Lobbied in support of funding for various programs, including Social Security administrative expenses, senior nutrition (Commodity Supplemental Food program and Older Americans Act Title III), caregiving, energy assistance, supportive services, housing and volunteer community service programs.

Discussed bill related to taxes on Social Security benefits (no bill). Responded to inquiry on Social Security. Discussed support for the Department of Labor Fiduciary rule. Discussed retirement issues relevant to tax reform. S. 2147/H.R. 4444, Butch Lewis Multiemployer Pension Act - Supported bill. H.R. 4523, Automatic 401(k) Retirement Act - Supported bill. H.R. 4547, Strengthening Protections for Social Security Beneficiaries Act - Supported bill. Met with House and Senate staff to discuss retirement issues relevant to tax reform. Discussed pending Social Security issues with House and Senate staff. Met with House and Senate staff to discuss multiemployer pension issues. Discussed miscellaneous retirement issues, including issues related to insurance annuities, small employer plans, and a national retirement clearinghouse. Submitted comments to DOL on employer sponsored disability plan claims procedures.

S. 1885, AV START Act - Discussed autonomous vehicles. Discussed traffic safety and older pedestrians. Discussed safe road design for all users of the road.

Discussed support for the Department of Labor Fiduciary rule. Sent a letter to the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) in support of a uniform standard that would apply to both broker-dealers and investment advisers when providing personalized investment advice to retail customers. Discussed support for Dodd-Frank regulations related to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). Sent letter to Senate opposing a congressional review act (CRA) vote on the CFPBs arbitration rule. H.R. 3354, Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2018, H.R. 1370, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31) and (H.R. 3280) Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in opposition to inclusion of hostile riders concerning SEC and DOL fiduciary duty rules with House and Senate Appropriations Committee staff.

S. 443/H.R. 2650, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. H.R. 1313, Preserving Employee Wellness Programs Act - Opposed bill and any weakening of civil rights protections. Discussed activities to commemorate 50th Anniversary of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act with congressional staff and EEOC. H.R. 620, ADA Education and Reform Act of 2017 - Spoke with staff about concerns. H.R. 3354, Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2018, H.R. 1370, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (H.R. 3267 & S. 1662) Commerce, Science & Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2018, (H.R. 3266 & S. 1609) Energy & Water Appropriation bill for FY 2018 and (H.R.3280) Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of Legal Services Corporation, full funding for Census Bureau American Community Survey and in opposition to policy riders affecting access to the Internet.

S. 443/H.R. 2650, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. H.R. 1313, Preserving Employee Wellness Programs Act - Opposed bill and any weakening of civil rights protections. Discussed activities to commemorate 50th Anniversary of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act with congressional staff and EEOC. Discussed workforce development reforms to better serve older workers (no bill).

Shared AARPs comment letter on Medicare home health payment system proposed rule. Responded to request for hearing questions regarding disaster preparedness. Responded to inquiry on Medicare and telehealth. Discussed nursing home oversight, quality of care, disaster preparedness and response. S. 2227, Ensuring Medicaid Provides Opportunities for Widespread Equity, Resources and Care Act (EMPOWER Care Act) - Discussed support for the bill. Signed onto letter to HHS/CMS re: nursing home conditions of participation and arbitration. S. 910/H.R. 2472, Disability Integration Act - Discussed the bill. S. 2076/H.R. 4256, Building Our Largest Dementia (BOLD) Infrastructure for Alzheimers Act - Discussed bill, home and community-based services, and nursing home quality. Shared AARPs comment letter to CMS on the CMMI RFI (no bill number). S. 1334/H.R. 2797, Patient Choice and Quality Care Act - Signed letter in support of legislation. Discussed coverage of oral health care under Medicare. Sent letter on Helping Ensure Access for Little Ones, Toddlers, and Hopeful Youth by Keeping Insurance Delivery Stable (HEALTHY KIDS) Act of 2017. Discussed expanding access to hearing aid technologies. Filed comments on 1115 waiver applications or 1115 waiver amendment applications for Utah and Massachusetts. Discussed opposition to income-related premiums for Medicare. Expressed support for re-authorization of the CHIP program. Participated in an informational call regarding Medicaid-For-All legislation. H.R. 3354, Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2018, H.R. 1370, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31) and (H.R.3358 & S.1771) Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

Provided comments to CMS on value-based pricing arrangements for prescription drugs. S. 974/H.R. 2212, CREATES Act - Discussed support of bill. H.R. 2051, FAST Generics Act - Discussed support of bill. S.1131/H.R. 2439, FAIR Drug Pricing Act - Discussed support of bill. S. 124, Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Discussed support of bill. Advocated for biosimilar drugs to be added to the Medicare Part D Coverage Gap Discount Program. Cody Miller PMI Act - Participated in meetings with the sponsoring office to discuss updates to the bill text and re-introduction in the 115th Congress. Submitted a letter outlining the reforms we support to lower prescription drugs costs to the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the Senate HELP Committee when they held hearings on the drug supply chain. Discussed possible ways to improve Medicare Part D. Discussed Rx Price Watch Reports and the impact of high drug costs. Discussed drug pricing reforms AARP supports, including secretarial negotiation, importation, reducing exclusivity for biologics, and ending pay-for-delay deals. H.R. 3354, Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2018, H.R. 1370, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R. 244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31) and (H.R. 3358 & S. 1771) Agriculture-Rural Development & Related Agencies bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for FDA drug processing funding and user fees.

S. 1028/H.R. 3759, RAISE Family Caregivers Act - Discussed support for the bill and the amended House bill, urged co-sponsorship, thanked for cosponsoring and supporting, and discussed advancing the legislation and ACT Caucus Dear Colleague. Discussed family caregiving summit. S. 1028/H.R. 3759, RAISE Family Caregivers Act - Discussed bill and implementation and Older Americans Act. H.R. 3759, RAISE Family Caregivers Act - Responded to inquiry on family caregiving from Dep't of Veterans Affairs. S. 1151/H.R. 2505, the Credit for Caring Act; S. Amdt. 1589 to H.R. 1, Tax Cuts and Jobs Act; Amendment 288 in the Senate Finance Committee to H.R. 1 - Discussed the bill and the amendments and support for them and related strategy. Responded to inquiry about policy ideas and legislation relating to family caregiving or paying for long-term services and supports (LTSS). Extended invitations to family caregiving summit and discussed panel logistics. Extended invitations to family caregiving Hispanic/Latino documentary screening and discussed event logistics. Discussed special orders in the House on family caregiving including the RAISE Family Caregivers Act and provided facts and information on family caregiving. Discussed ACT Caucus Dear Colleague for National Family Caregivers Month. Discussed event logistics for family caregiving summit (including with staff from Administration for Community Living). Responded to inquiry regarding Virtual Caregiving Fair and a family caregiving summit. H.R. 3354, Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2018, H.R. 1370, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R. 244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (H.R. 3268 & S. 1603) Agriculture-Rural Development & Related Agencies bill for FY 2108, Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018 (H.R. 3358 & S. 1771), Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2018 (H.R. 3353 & S. 1655), and Energy & Water Appropriation bill for FY 2018 (H.R. 3266 & S. 1609) - Lobbied in support of funding for various programs, including Social Security administrative expenses, senior nutrition (Commodity Supplemental Food program and Older Americans Act Title III), caregiving, energy assistance, supportive services, housing and volunteer community service programs.

S. 1151/H.R. 2505, the Credit for Caring Act; S. Amdt. 1589 to H.R. 1, Tax Cuts and Jobs Act; Amendment 288 in the Senate Finance Committee to H.R. 1 - Discussed the bill and the amendments and support for them and related strategy. S. 208/H.R. 3632, Promoting Affordable Childcare for Everyone (PACE) Act - Responded to inquiry on bill. S. 1977/H.R. 3590, Seniors Tax Hike Prevention Act of 2017 - Discussed passage and importance of 7.5% threshold for medical expense deductions. H.R. 1, Tax Cuts and Jobs Act - Discussed inclusion of language from H.R. 3590 and/or S. 1977 in final passage of Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. Discussed health and retirement tax incentives: sent letter to House and Senate committee leadership addressing medical expense deduction, taxation of Social Security benefits, the retention of the extra standard deduction for those ages 65 or older, state and local tax treatment, access to workplace retirement plans, targeted incentives for work-place retirement saving plans, protection of earned pensions for vulnerable retirees and their families, and maintenance of consumer protections. H.R. 3354, Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2018, H.R. 1370, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31) and (H.R. 3280) Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied to protect and enhance funding levels for IRS VITA & TCE taxpayer assistance programs.

H.R. 3354, Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2018, H.R. 1370, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R. 244 & H.R. 601, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (H.R. 3268 & S. 1603) Agriculture-Rural Development & Related Agencies bill for FY 2018, (H.R..3267 & S. 1662) Commerce, Science & Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2018, Energy & Water Appropriation bill for FY 2018, (H.R. 3280) Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018, (H.R. 3358 & S. 1771) Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018, and Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for federal programs which provide health, nutrition, housing, energy assistance, legal aid and retirement security. S. Con. Res. 25/H. Con. Res. 71 - Discussed AARPs views on the FY2018 Senate budget resolution.

Discussed support for the Department of Labor Fiduciary rule. Discussed retirement issues relevant to tax reform. Discussed pending Social Security issues. Discussed multiemployer pension issues. H.R. 2792, Control Unlawful Fugitive Felons Act - Responded to inquiry re: bill. H.R. 3632/S. 208, PACE Act - Responded to inquiry re: bill.

H.R. 1628, Better Care Reconciliation Act (Senate)/American Health Care Act (House) - Discussed health care reform and opposition to ACA repeal/replace, skinny repeal, and straight repeal amendments (includes S. Amdt. 267, S. Amdt. 270, S. Amdt. 667) because of provisions regarding the age tax/affordability, changes to Medicaid, pre-existing conditions, and Medicare. Shared data on the impact of the legislation, including state data. Discussed priorities for older adults in health care reform legislation. Discussed opposition to Graham-Cassidy health care bill (no bill number). S. 1462, Marketplace Certainty Act - Responded to inquiry re: bill. Discussed individual market stabilization proposals being discussed in the Senate HELP committee and consideration of the needs of older Americans in respect to maintaining affordable health insurance coverage.

S. 1151, H.R. 2505, Credit for Caring Act - Discussed support for/endorsement of the bill and urged co-sponsorship. Discussed logistics with invited Members of Congress/Senators offices to speak at an event regarding family caregiving, Credit for Caring Act, and tax reform. Discussed long-term services and supports financing recommendations. Responded to inquiry regarding tax reform panel. Responded to inquiry regarding aging in place tax credit. Discussed support of medical expense deduction returning to threshold of 7.5%. Discussed health and retirement tax incentives: Sent letter to House and Senate committee leadership addressing taxation of Social Security benefits, the retention of the extra standard deduction for those ages 65 or older, access to workplace retirement plans, targeted incentives for work-place retirement saving plans, protection of earned pensions for vulnerable retirees and their families, and maintenance of consumer protections. Discussed age cap on eligibility for Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31) and (H.R. 3280) Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied to protect and enhance funding levels for IRS VITA & TCE taxpayer assistance programs.

S. 1151, H.R. 2505, Credit for Caring Act - Discussed AARP support for/endorsement of the bill and urged cosponsorship. Discussed logistics with invited Members of Congress/Senators offices to speak at an event regarding family caregiving, Credit for Caring Act, and tax reform. S. 1028,H.R. 3759, Recognize, Assist, Include, Support, and Engage (RAISE) Family Caregivers Act - Discussed AARP support for/endorsement of the bill, changes to the bill, Senate action on bill, and reintroduction of the bill in the House and urged cosponsorship. Responded to questions regarding Virtual Caregiving Fair. S. 1606, In-Home Caregiver Assessment Resources and Education Act - Discussed and endorsed bill. Discussed the Assisting Caregivers Today (ACT) Caucus and encouraged joining the caucus. Discussed our support for the RAISE Family Caregivers Act (S. 1028/H.R. 3759), Credit for Caring Act (S. 1151/H.R. 2505), and administrative ways to support family caregivers (HHS). Discussed long-term services and supports financing recommendations. Shared information on family caregiver out-of-pocket costs, rural family caregivers, and military caregivers. H.R. 3493, Care Corps Demonstration Act - Discussed bill. Responded to inquiry from Medicares Beneficiary and Family Centered Care - National Coordinating Center (BFCC-NCC) (CMS). Inquired about accessing BRFSS family caregiver data (CDC). Discussed family caregiver assessment provision in 1915(i) final rule (CMS). Discussed programs that pay family caregivers to provide care and shared publication on promising practices to support dementia caregivers. Extended invitations to MoCs/Senators to participate in a panel at a caregiving event. H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R. 244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (H.R. 3268 & S. 1603) Agriculture-Rural Development & Related Agencies bill for FY 2108, Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018 (H.R. 3358 & S. 1771), Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2018 (H.R. 3353 & S. 1655), and Energy & Water Appropriation bill for FY 2018 (H.R. 3266 & S. 1609) - Lobbied in support of funding for various programs, including Social Security administrative expenses, senior nutrition (Commodity Supplemental Food program and Older Americans Act Title III), caregiving, energy assistance, supportive services, housing and volunteer community service programs.

H.R. 1628, Better Care Reconciliation Act (Senate)/American Health Care Act (House) - Discussed health care reform and opposition to ACA repeal/replace, skinny repeal, and straight repeal amendments (includes S. Amdt. 267, S. Amdt. 270, S. Amdt. 667) because of provisions regarding the age tax/affordability, changes to Medicaid, pre-existing conditions, and Medicare. Shared data on the impact of the legislation, including state data. Discussed priorities for older adults in health care reform legislation. Discussed opposition to Graham-Cassidy health care bill (no bill number). S. 1462, Marketplace Certainty Act - Responded to inquiry re: bill. S. 870, Creating High-Quality Results and Outcomes Necessary to Improve Chronic (CHRONIC) Care Act of 2017 - Discussed support for bill. H.R. 3263 - Endorsed bill to extend the Independence at Home Demonstration Program in Medicare. Filed comments on long-term care facility arbitration proposed rule. Discussed long-term care facility arbitration proposed rule and the issue more generally, including the Fairness in Nursing Home Arbitration Act (S. 512/H.R. 1237 in 111th Congress) and AARP's comments to CMS. Filed comments on 2018 Fee-for-Service proposed rule. Filed comments on 1115 waiver applications or 1115 waiver amendments for Wisconsin, Kentucky, Arkansas, Massachusetts, Iowa, Utah and Maine. Filed comments on proposed rule regarding Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2018 Home Health Prospective Payment System Rate Update and Proposed CY 2019 Case-Mix Adjustment Methodology Refinements; Home Health Value-Based Purchasing Model; Home Health Quality Reporting Requirements. Filed comments on advance notice of proposed rulemaking regarding Medicare Program; Prospective Payment System and Consolidated Billing for Skilled Nursing Facilities: Revisions to Case-Mix Methodology. Discussed support for the RAISE Family Caregivers Act (S. 1028/H.R. 3759), Credit for Caring Act (S. 1151/H.R. 2505), and administrative ways to support family caregivers. Discussed information regarding dual eligibles. Responded to Medicare buy-in bill inquiry. Discussed and shared information regarding emergency preparedness requirements for nursing homes under Medicare and Medicaid and disaster preparedness for older adults in general. Discussed issues related to disaster planning for older Americans. Discussed repeal or reform of Medicare caps on therapy services. H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31) and (H.R.3358 & S.1771) Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

Discussed support for the Department of Labor Fiduciary rule Sent a letter to the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) in support of a uniform standard that would apply to both broker-dealers and investment advisers when providing personalized investment advice to retail customers. Discussed support for Dodd-Frank regulations related to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). Sent letter to Senate opposing a congressional review act (CRA) vote on the CFPBs arbitration rule. H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31) and (H.R. 3280) Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in opposition to inclusion of hostile riders concerning SEC and DOL fiduciary duty rules with House and Senate Appropriations Committee staff.

H.R. 3778, Direct Creation, Advancement, and Retention of Employment (CARE) Opportunity Act - Discussed bill. S. 443, H.R. 2650, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. H.R. 1313, Preserving Employee Wellness Programs Act - Opposed bill. Discussed activities to commemorate 50th Anniversary of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act with congressional staff and EEOC.

H.R. 1628, Better Care Reconciliation Act (Senate)/American Health Care Act (House) - Discussed health care reform and opposition to ACA repeal/replace, skinny repeal, and straight repeal amendments (includes S. Amdt. 267, S. Amdt. 270, S. Amdt. 667) because of provisions regarding the age tax/affordability, changes to Medicaid, pre-existing conditions, and Medicare. Shared data on the impact of the legislation, including state data. Discussed priorities for older adults in health care reform legislation. Discussed opposition to Graham-Cassidy health care bill (no bill number). S. 1462, Marketplace Certainty Act - Responded to inquiry re: bill. Discussed support for medical expense deduction and returning the threshold to 7.5%. H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (H.R. 3358 & S. 1771) Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018 and Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, and various related medical care research and supportive services.

S. 1151, H.R. 2505, Credit for Caring Act - Discussed support for/endorsement of the bill and urged cosponsorship. Invited Members of Congress/Senators to speak at an event regarding the bill, family caregiving, and tax reform. Discussed Americans Giving Care to Elders (AGE) Act (no bill number). Discussed medical expense deduction and returning the threshold to 7.5%. Discussed health and retirement tax incentives: Sent letter to House and Senate committee leadership addressing taxation of Social Security benefits, the retention of the extra standard deduction for those ages 65 or older, access to workplace retirement plans, targeted incentives for work-place retirement saving plans, protection of earned pensions for vulnerable retirees and their families, and maintenance of consumer protections. H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31) and (no bill number) Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied to protect and enhance funding levels for IRS VITA & TCE taxpayer assistance programs. Discussed support for proposals to expand Roth coverage in tax preferred accounts.

Discussed traffic safety and older pedestrians. Discussed safe road design for all users of the road. Discussed autonomous vehicles. Discussed transportation appropriations. Discussed non-emergency medical transportation. Discussed highway signage font.

Discussed direct care workforce bill (no bill number). H.R. 1313, Preserving Employee Wellness Programs Act - Opposed bill. S. 443, H.R. 2560, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. ADEA @ 50 EEOC Hearing - Testified in support of stronger protections. Discussed activities to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act with EEOC Commissioners and staff.

H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act (H.R. 1628) and Better Care Reconciliation Act (H.R. 1628) - Discussed opposition to the bill because of provisions regarding the age tax, changes to Medicaid, pre-existing conditions, and Medicare. Shared data on the impact of the legislation, including state data. Discussed priorities for older adults in health care reform legislation including Medicare, private health insurance/age tax, Medicaid, and prescription drugs. S. 870, Creating High-Quality Results and Outcomes Necessary to Improve Chronic (CHRONIC) Care Act of 2017 - Discussed support for/endorsed bill. Discussed Medicaid home and community-based services. S. 568, H.R. 1421, Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act - Discussed our support for/endorsed bill. S. 445, H.R. 1825, Home Health Planning Improvement Act of 2017 - Discussed our support for/endorsed bill. S. 464, Independence at Home Act of 2017 - Discussed our support for/endorsed bill. S. 1334, H.R. 2797, the Patient Choice and Quality Care Act of 2017 - Provided feedback on and discussed support for/endorsed bill. Discussed proposed changes to final federal regulations regarding conditions of participation for long-term care facilities and arbitration. Discussed nursing home abuses and nursing home quality. Responded to inquiry on Medicare buy-in legislation. H.R. 2575, Beneficiary Enrollment Notification and Eligibility Simplification (BENES) Act of 2017 - Endorsed bill. Discussed legislation for Medicare coverage of opioid abuse screening and counseling (no bill number).

H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act (H.R. 1628) and Better Care Reconciliation Act (H.R. 1628) - Discussed opposition to the bill because of provisions regarding the age tax, changes to Medicaid, pre-existing conditions, and Medicare. Shared data on the impact of the legislation, including state data. Discussed priorities for older adults in health care reform legislation including Medicare, private health insurance/age tax, Medicaid, and prescription drugs. H.R. 1313, Preserving Employee Wellness Programs Act - Opposed bill. Discussed health care tax provisions - Sent letter to House and Senate committee leadership addressing preservation of tax exempt status of employer-sponsored insurance coverage, maintenance of tax subsidies for lower- and moderate-income Americans to purchase health insurance coverage in health care marketplaces, the creation of a new, non-refundable tax credit for working family caregivers, and the retention of the medical expense itemized deduction. H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (no bill numbers) Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018 and Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, and various related medical care research and supportive services.

H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act (H.R. 1628) and Better Care Reconciliation Act (H.R. 1628) - Discussed opposition to the bill because of provisions regarding the age tax, changes to Medicaid, pre-existing conditions, and Medicare. Shared data on the impact of the legislation, including state data. Discussed priorities for older adults in health care reform legislation including Medicare, private health insurance/age tax, Medicaid, and prescription drugs. H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31) and (no bill numbers) Agriculture-Rural Development & Related Agencies bill for FY 2108 - lobbied in support of increased funding for FDA drug processing funding and user fees. S. 974, the Creates Act - Endorsed bill. H.R. 2051, FAST Generics Act - Endorsed bill. S. 1131, H.R. 2439, Fair Drug Pricing Act - Endorsed bill. S. 124, H.R. 1776, Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Endorsed bill. Discussed with the Hill and Administration our support for other drug proposals including secretarial negotiation, safe importation and other administrative options to address drug prices.

H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act (H.R. 1628) and Better Care Reconciliation Act (H.R. 1628) - Discussed opposition to the bill because of provisions regarding the age tax, changes to Medicaid, pre-existing conditions, and Medicare. Shared data on the impact of the legislation, including state data. Discussed priorities for older adults in health care reform legislation including Medicare, private health insurance/age tax, Medicaid, and prescription drugs.

H.R. 1313, Preserving Employee Wellness Programs Act - Opposed bill. S. 443, H.R. 2560, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. ADEA @ 50 EEOC Hearing - Testified in support of stronger protections. EEOC. Discussed activities to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act with EEOC Commissioners and staff. H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (no bill numbers) Commerce, Science & Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2018, Energy & Water Appropriation bill for FY 2018 and Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of Legal Services Corporation, full funding for Census Bureau American Community Survey and in opposition to policy riders affecting access to the Internet.

Discussed House and Senate ACT Caucus appropriations letter. H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (no bill numbers) Agriculture-Rural Development & Related Agencies bill for FY 2108, Commerce, Science & Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2018, Energy & Water Appropriation bill for FY 2018, Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018, Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018, and Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for federal programs which provide health, nutrition, housing, energy assistance, legal aid and retirement security.

Discussed scheduling and hosting of CMS Caregiver Work Group quarterly meeting. S. 1151, H.R. 2505, Credit for Caring Act - Discussed support for/endorsement of bill and urged cosponsorship. Invited Members of Congress to speak at an event regarding the bill, family caregiving, and tax reform. S. 1028, Recognize, Assist, Include, Support, and Engage (RAISE) Family Caregivers Act - Discussed support for/endorsement of bill and markup. Discussed the Assisting Caregivers Today (ACT) Caucus, an ACT Caucus Dear Colleague, encouraged joining the caucus. S. 1188, H.R. 2535, Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act - Discussed support for/endorsement of bill. Discussed possible family caregiving event on the Hill. Discussed House and Senate ACT Caucus appropriations Dear Colleague. Discussed Americans Giving Care to Elders (AGE) Act (no bill number). S. 591, H.R. 1472, Military and Veteran Caregiver Services Improvement Act of 2017 - Supported bill. Discussed the In-Home Caregiver Assessment Resources and Education Act (no bill number). S. 1255, Social Security Family Caregiver Credit Act - - Discussed bill. S. 1091, Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Act - Sent endorsement letter. Discussed legislation to create an elder abuse registry. H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (no bill numbers) Agriculture-Rural Development & Related Agencies bill for FY 2108, Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018, Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2018, Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2018, and Energy & Water Appropriation bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of funding for various programs, including senior nutrition, caregiving, energy assistance, supportive services, housing and volunteer community service programs.

Discussed and shared information on Senior hunger, food insecurity, SNAP, and nutrition.

H.R.1628, American Health Care Act of 2017 - Lobbied in opposition to the bill. Discussed support for medical expense deduction. H.R. 708, State Age Rating Flexibility Act of 2017 - Discussed opposition to bill. Sent letter to House Energy and Commerce Committee. H.R. 1121, Pre-Existing Conditions Protection Act of 2017 - Discussed bill. H.R. 708/H.R.1628 - Provided information on the age tax and its impact on older adults. Discussed priorities for older adults in health care reform legislation including Medicare, private health insurance/age tax, Medicaid, and prescription drugs. S. 191, Patient Freedom Act of 2017 - Discussed bill. Discussed health care reform generally. H.R. 2028 (Public Law 114-254) - Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. H.R. 1313, Preserving Employee Wellness Programs Act - Opposed bill. Discussed health care tax provisions - Sent letter to House and Senate committee leadership addressing preservation of tax exempt status of employer sponsored insurance coverage, maintenance of tax subsidies for lower- and moderate-income Americans to purchase health insurance coverage in health care marketplaces, the creation of a new, non-refundable tax credit for working family caregivers, and the retention of the medical expense itemized deduction.

H.R. 2028 (Public Law 114-254) - Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017 - Lobbied in opposition to policy riders adverse to AARP interests. H.R. 628/S. 218, Social Security Fraud Prevention Act - Supported bill. H.R. 1313, Preserving Employee Wellness Programs Act - Opposed bill. S. 443, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. Discussed activities to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.

H.Res.66, H.Res.67, S.Res.33, S.Res.34 - Lobbied to prevent revocation of the Department of Labor's guidance to state and municipal-facilitated retirement savings programs under the Congressional Review Act. Discussed support for the DOL Fiduciary rule. H.R. 2028 (Public Law 114-254) - Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017 - Lobbied in opposition to hostile policy riders concerning DOL fiduciary duty rules. Met with the SSA and OMB regarding SSA FY 2017 and FY 2018 funding levels and reviewed comments and testimony regarding Representative Payee Program. Discussed conceptual draft of bill regarding electronic disclosures regarding retirement plans. H.R. 624, Social Security Fraud Prevention Act of 2017 - Endorsed bill. Supported bill that requires the Social Security Administration to remove Social Security Numbers from mailings when their use is unnecessary (MAIL Act, no bill number this Congress).

H.R. 2028 (Public Law 114-254) - Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017 - Lobbied in opposition to policy riders adverse to AARP interests. H.R. 628/S. 218, Social Security Fraud Prevention Act - Supported bill. H.R. 1313, Preserving Employee Wellness Programs Act - Opposed bill. S. 443, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. Discussed activities to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.

Discussed traffic safety and older pedestrians. Discussed safe road design for all users of the road. Discussed autonomous vehicles. Discussed transportation appropriations. Discussed non-emergency medical transportation. Discussed highway signage font. H.R. 2028 (Public Law 114-254) - Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017 - Lobbied in support of bill report language regarding Safe Streets provision in FAST Act, housing rental assistance, among other programs.

H.R.1628, American Health Care Act of 2017 - Lobbied in opposition to the bill. Discussed support for medical expense deduction. H.R. 708, State Age Rating Flexibility Act of 2017 - Discussed opposition to bill. Sent letter to House Energy and Commerce Committee. H.R. 1121, Pre-Existing Conditions Protection Act of 2017 - Discussed bill. H.R. 708/H.R.1628 - Provided information on the age tax and its impact on older adults. Discussed priorities for older adults in health care reform legislation including Medicare, private health insurance/age tax, Medicaid, and prescription drugs. S. 191, Patient Freedom Act of 2017 - Discussed bill. Discussed health care reform generally. H.R. 2028 (Public Law 114-254) - Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. H.R. 1313, Preserving Employee Wellness Programs Act - Opposed bill. Discussed health care tax provisions - Sent letter to House and Senate committee leadership addressing preservation of tax exempt status of employer sponsored insurance coverage, maintenance of tax subsidies for lower- and moderate-income Americans to purchase health insurance coverage in health care marketplaces, the creation of a new, non-refundable tax credit for working family caregivers, and the retention of the medical expense itemized deduction.

H.R. 22, FAST Act - Discussed implementation of the Safe Streets provision. Met with Department of Transportation officials and staff regarding implementation of FAST Act provisions related to pedestrian safety and access. S. 2844, H.R. 5394, H.R. 5325, H.R. 2028, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill, FY2017 - Lobbied in support of bill report language regarding Safe Streets provision in FAST Act, housing rental assistance, among other programs. Discussed autonomous vehicles. Discussed implementation of FAST Act provisions for pedestrian and bicycle safety and access with DOT staff. Discussed possible legislative approaches to increase safety and access for non-motorized modes of transportation.

S. 2943, H.R. 4909, National Defense Authorization Act for FY2017 - Opposed provisions that exempt defense contractors from the Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces Executive Order. S. 2180, H.R. 5574, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. S. 3040, H.R. 5926, H.R. 5325, H.R. 2028, Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations bill, FY2017 - Lobbied in opposition to policy riders adverse to AARP interests, including several fair labor standard and financial security policy riders.

S. 2759, H.R. 4708, Credit for Caring Act - Urged co-sponsorship, responded to inquiries on the bill, and discussed the bill in the current and new Congress. S. 3111, Senior Tax Prevention Hike Act - Discussed bill. S. 3067, H.R. 5485, H.R. 5325, H.R. 2028, Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill, FY 2017 - Lobbied to protect and enhance funding levels for IRS VITA & TCE taxpayer assistance programs.

H.R. 2317, Lifetime Income Disclosure Act - Discussed bill. S. 3040, H.R. 5926, H.R. 5325, H.R. 2028, Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations bill, FY 2017 Discussed potential hostile riders concerning DOL fiduciary duty rules with House and Senate Appropriations Committee staff. Discussed SSA FY 2017 and FY 2018 funding levels (SSA, OMB). Discussed Social Security, SSDI, retirement savings issues, multiemployer pension issues, fiduciary duty issues and retirement fees (House, Senate). Discussed multiemployer pension issues (WH, PBGC, Treasury, DOL). Discussed state sponsored non-ERISA plans (OMB). Discussed Take A Stand social security campaign. H.R. 711, Equal Treatment of Public Servants Act - Supported bill. H.R. 6489, Social Security Reform Act of 2016 - Discussed bill.

S. 2180, H.R. 5574, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. S. 2943, H.R. 4909, National Defense Authorization Act for FY2017 - Opposed provisions that exempt defense contractors from the Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces Executive Order. H.R. 2028, Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act of 2017 - Opposed provisions that exempt defense contractors from the Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces Executive Order. Discussed outstanding agenda with EEOC.

S. 1719, H.R. 3099, RAISE Family Caregivers Act - Urged cosponsorship, House passage of legislation/enactment, discussed related issues and the bill in the new Congress. S. 2759, H.R. 4708, Credit for Caring Act - Urged cospsonsorship, responded to inquiries on the bill, and discussed the bill in the current and new Congress. Discussed and urged Member offices to join Assisting Caregivers Today (ACT) Caucus; discussed co-chair of caucus in the new Congress. Provided information regarding Medicaid managed long-term services and supports and discussed family caregiver assessment in Medicaid home and community-based services. Provided information regarding family caregiver out-of-pocket cost report and discussed S. 2759, H.R. 4708, Credit for Caring Act, and S. 1719, H.R. 3099, RAISE Family Caregivers Act. Extended invitation regarding a long-term services and supports event. Provided information regarding Hispanic family caregivers and family caregiving for people with disabilities. S. 1719, H.R. 3099, Discussed Dear Colleague for National Family Caregiver Month and RAISE Family Caregivers Act. Shared National Acadamies' Report on family caregiving with Hill staff. Participated in CMS Caregiver Workgroup.

Discussed issues in FY2017 budget. S.3040, S.2844, H.R. 5394, S.2837, H.R. 5394, S. 3067, H.R. 5485, S. 2956, H.R. 5054, H.R. 5325, H.R. 2028, Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act of 2017 - Lobbied in support of various federal programs serving seniors, including nutrition assistance, medical care, supportive services, family caregiver and energy assistance, housing rental assistance, among other programs.

S. 3040, H.R. 5926, H.R. 5325,H.R. 2028, Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations, FY2017 - Lobbied for funding support for various health and health care related programs serving seniors. S.3111, Seniors Tax Hike Prevention Act - Discussed medical expense deduction for the 65 plus population. Advocated on the issue of limited age rating for private health insurance. S. 3335, H.R. 6043, FAIR Drug Pricing Act - Supported bill. Discussed the Confidence in Long-Term Care Insurance Act (S. 159)/Long-Term Care Insurance Reform Act (H.R. 63) (bill numbers are in the 112th Congress). Discussed ACA repeal, Medicare, and Medicaid.

H.R. 22, FAST Act - Discussed implementation of the Safe Streets provision. Met with Department of Transportation officials and staff regarding implementation of FAST Act provisions related to pedestrian safety and access. S. 2844, H.R. 5394, H.R. 5325, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations, FY2017 - Lobbied in support of bill report language regarding Safe Streets provision in FAST Act, housing rental assistance, among other programs. Discussed autonomous vehicles. Discussed implementation of FAST Act provisions for pedestrian and bicycle safety and access with DOT staff. Attended CMS meeting regarding non-emergency medical transportation. Attended DOT Safe People Safer Streets summit.

S. 2180, H.R. 5574, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. S. 2943, H.R. 4909, National Defense Authorization Act for FY2017 - Opposed provisions that exempt defense contractors from the Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces Executive Order.

S. 2943, H.R. 4909, National Defense Authorization Act for FY2017 - Opposed provisions that exempt defense contractors from the Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces Executive Order. S. 2180, H.R. 5574, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. Discussed support of DOL rule for state retirement savings and city/municipal retirement savings. S. 3040, H.R. 5926, H.R. 5325, Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations bill, FY2017 - Lobbied in opposition to policy riders adverse to AARP interests, including several fair labor standard and financial security policy riders. Discussed elder care and family caregiving (DOL).

Discussed structural changes to Medicaid. Discussed health care quality and measurement. Discussed changes to the Medicare benefit design, such as copays, premiums and deductibles. S. 1083, H.R.2005 - Discussed legislation to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. S. 1488, H.R. 2624, Part D Beneficiary Appeals Fairness Act - Discussed bill that would allow seniors to appeal the placement of their medications on a Medicare Part D specialty tier. Discussed Medicare Part D fraud and abuse legislation including lock-in provisions for high risk enrollees. Discussed legislation to require the addition of unique device identifier (UDI) of medical devices in health insurance claim forms. S. 624, H.R.1220, Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act - Discussed bill. S. 3040, H.R. 5926, H.R. 5325, Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations bill, FY2017 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program. Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes. H.R. 5122 - Discussed the Medicare Part B prescription drug demonstration proposal from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Discussed potential benefit and coverage improvements under Medicare and Medicare Savings Programs. Discussed Section 1115 Medicaid expansion demonstration waivers (HHS, CMS). H.R. 2759, Mental Health Access Improvement Act - Discussed support of bill. Discussed MACRA implementation. Discussed Medicare enrollment and coverage issues such as: provider access, direct billing and penalties. Discussed DOJ investigation regarding Olmstead and ADA violations by South Dakota (DOJ, ACL) and related public events. Discussed Olmstead enforcement and older adults at roundtable discussion. S. 3096, Removing Barriers to Person-Centered Care Act of 2016 - Discussed and provided feedback. Discussed possible hearing witnesses. Responded to inquiry regarding MACRA rules and value modifier. H.R. 3298, Post Acute Care Value Based Purchasing Act - Discussed and provided feedback. Discussed arbitration provision in LTC facility requirements proposed rule (OMB, CMS, HHS). Responded to inquiry on Virtual Caregiving Fair. PL 111-148 - Discussed ACA Medicaid HCBS spousal impoverishment provisions. Responded to inquiry on state nursing home legislation. Discussed Medicaid assisted living, HCBS setting rule and follow-up (GAO). Discussed Medicare home health (CMS). Urged support for family caregivers in Medicare and Medicaid and testing modeling. Signed letter to CMS regarding arbitration in LTC facility requirements rule. Discussed family caregiver assessment guidance (CMS). Attended PPI home health roundtable with staff from HHS. Responded to a question about a scorecard and letters to CMS. Responded to an inquiry regarding an arbitration regulatory provision. Responded to an inquiry regarding personal needs allowances. Discussed Medicaid functional assessment tools, family caregiver assessment, and follow-up(GAO). Responded to inquiries regarding Medicaid managed long-term services and supports, best practices, and state ombuds programs. S. 3130, Independence at Home Act - Discussed and sent AARP endorsement letter for bill

H.R. 3779 - Discussed bill to restrict the inclusion of Social Security account numbers on documents sent by mail by the federal government.

Discussed issues in FY2017 budget. S.3040, S.2844, H.R. 5394, S.2837, H.R. 5394, S. 3067, H.R. 5485, S. 2956, H.R. 5054, H.R. 5325 - Lobbied in support of various federal programs serving seniors, including nutrition assistance, medical care, supportive services, family caregiver and energy assistance, housing rental assistance, among other programs.

H.R. 2317, Lifetime Income Disclosure Act - Discussed bill. S. 3040, H.R. 5926, H.R. 5325, Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations bill, FY 2017 Discussed potential hostile riders concerning DOL fiduciary duty rules with House and Senate Appropriations Committee staff. Discussed SSA FY 2017 and FY 2018 funding levels (SSA, OMB). Discussed Social Security, SSDI, retirement savings issues, multiemployer pension issues, fiduciary duty issues and retirement fees (House, Senate). Discussed multiemployer pension issues (WH, PBGC, Treasury, DOL). Discussed state sponsored non-ERISA plans (OMB). Testified before House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Chairman Kline multiemployer reform draft legislation. Submitted comments to the ERISA Advisory Council on Lifetime Income. Discussed Take A Stand social security campaign. H.R. 711, Equal Treatment of Public Servants Act - Supported bill. Discussed long term care insurance roundtable (Treasury).

S. 709, H.R. 1270, Restoring Access to Medication Act - Supported bill. H.R. 3590, Halt Tax Increases on the Middle Class and Seniors Act - Meetings, calls and emails urging support. Discussed the Fair Medical Billing Act. Discussed Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplemental and employer health insurance. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to expand Medicaid. Discussed Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. Discussed Older Americans Act home and community-based services program funding for FY2017. S. 2956, H.R. 5054 - Discussed nutrition programs including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)and related changes under the 2014 farm bill. S. 3040, H.R. 5926, H.R. 5325, Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations, FY2017 - Lobbied for funding support for various health and health care related programs serving seniors. S.3111, Seniors Tax Hike Prevention Act - Discussed medical expense deduction for the 65 plus population. Advocated on the issue of limited age rating for private health insurance. S. 3335, H.R. 6043, FAIR Drug Pricing Act - Supported bill.

S. 709, H.R. 1270,Restoring Access to Medication Act - Meetings, calls and emails urging support. H.R. 3590 - Halt Tax Increases on the Middle Class and Seniors Act - Meetings, calls and emails urging support. Discussed the Fair Medical Billing Act. (no bill #) Discussed Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplemental and employer health insurance. S. 192, Older Americans Act - Discussed reauthorization. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to expand Medicaid. Discussed Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. Discussed Older Americans Act home and community-based services program funding for FY2017. S. 2956, H.R. 5054 - Discussed nutrition programs including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)and related changes under the 2014 farm bill. S. 624, H.R.1220, Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act - Discussed bill. S. 3040, Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations, FY2017 - Lobbied for funding support for various health and health care related programs serving seniors. (no bill #) S.311, Seniors Tax Hike Prevention Act - Discussed medical expense deduction for the 65 plus population. Advocated on the issue of limited age rating for private health insurance. Advocated on the medical expense tax deduction. Shared comment letters on SNAP with Agriculture Committee staff.

Communicated with congressional staff in support of responsible contractor requirements. S. 2180, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Communicated with Congress regarding support of bill. Communicated with EEOC regarding age discrimination. Discussed support of DOL fiduciary rule. Discussed elder care and family caregiving (DOL). Discussed ideas for distribution of consumer guide on home care worker rule (DOL).

Discussed regulatory reform with Senate Banking Committee staff. Discussed potential SEC and DOL fiduciary duty rules with Senate Banking Committee staff. Discussed regulatory reform with Senate staff. Lobbied Congress in support of DOL's conflict of interest rulemaking. Sent letter to House Education & Workforce Committee members in opposition to CRA joint resolution to eliminate DOL fiduciary rule. Sent letter to Senate members in opposition to CRA joint resolution to eliminate DOL fiduciary rule. Lobbied Congress in opposition to CRA joint resolution of DOL fiduciary rule.

H.R. 2071, Discussed Safe Streets Act to ensure that new or improved federally-funded roadways are planned, designed, operated and maintained to safely accommodate all users. H.R. 22, FAST Act - Discussed implementation of the Safe Streets provision. Met with Department of Transportation officials and staff regarding implementation of FAST Act provisions related to pedestrian safety and access. Discussed the Safe Streets Act to ensure that new or improved federally-funded roadways are planned, designed, operated and maintained to safely accommodate all users. (no bill #) Discussed report language for FY2017 THUD appropriations bill on implementation of Safe Streets provision of FAST Act. S. 2844, H.R. 5394, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations, FY2017 - Lobbied in support of bill report language regarding Safe Streets provision in FAST Act. (no bill #) H.R. 636, Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Act - Discussed draft amendment (S. Admt 3164).

H.R.6 - Discussed the House Energy and Commerce Committee 21st Century Cures Initiative and Senate HELP Committee efforts focused on drug and medical device innovation issues. S. 31, H.R. 3061 - Discussed the importance of potential savings to both consumers and the federal government of granting Secretarial negotiating authority to the HHS Secretary under Medicare Part D. Discussed legislation to address pay-for-delay agreements used by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market. S. 3094, H.R. 5573 - Discussed the exclusivity period for biologic drugs. Discussed biologic drug issues including implementation of the new approval pathway for biosimilar drugs. Discussed the need for price transparency on prescription drug prices and comparativeness effectiveness research. Discussed legislation to address the opioid abuse epidemic including fraud and abuse provisions. Discussed opioid issues generally. S. 3056 - Discussed legislation to address abuse of Risk-Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS) by brand name drug companies to block lower-cost generic drugs from entering the market. S. 1137, H.R. 9, Innovation Act, PATENT Act - Discussed patent reform legislation and related provisions on the Patent and Trademark Office inter partes review (IPR) process and proposed exemptions for brand name drug patents. S. 2956, H.R. 5054, Agriculture Appropriations, FY2017 - Lobbied in support of FDA funding. Responded to inquiry regarding Medicare Part B demonstration.

H.R. 3779, Discussed bill that would restrict the inclusion of social security account numbers on documents sent in the mail by federal government. H.R. 2317, Lifetime Income Disclosure Act - Discussed bill. H.R.1314, Budget Act of 2015 - Discussed Social Security Disability Insurance. S. 3040, S. 3067, H.R. 5485 - Met with House and Senate staff on Social Security, SSDI, retirement savings issues, multiemployer pension issues, fiduciary duty issues and retirement fees. Met with the White House, PBGC, Treasury and Dept. of Labor on multiemployer pension issues. Met with OMB regarding fiduciary duty issues and retirement advice. Sent letter to Senate Finance committee on multiemployer pension issues. Participated in Senate HELP Roundtable on Small Business Retirement Pooling: Examining Open Multiple Employer Plans. S. 3078, the Retirement Savings Lost and Found Act of 2016 - Submitted letter in support. H.R. 5278, the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management, and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA) - Sent letter of detailing support/opposition. Discussed Take A Stand social security campaign.

Discussed issues in FY2017 budget. S.3040, S.2844, H.R. 5394, S.2837, H.R. 5394, S. 3067, H.R. 5485, S. 2956, H.R. 5054 - Lobbied in support of various federal programs serving seniors, including nutrition assistance, medical care, supportive services, family caregiver and energy assistance, housing rental assistance, among other programs. H.R. 1314 - Discussed Budget Act of 2015 (SSDI).

H.R. 3779 - Discussed bill to restrict the inclusion of Social Security account numbers on documents sent by mail by the federal government. Discussed legislative procedure (CRS).

S. 2759, H.R. 4708, Credit for Caring Act - Discussed proposed tax credit for family caregivers. Discussed bill introduction and sent endorsement letter. H.R.3590, Halt Tax Increases for Seniors Act - Discussed bill. H.R. 5254, Senior Accessible Housing Act - Discussed and provided feedback on bill.

Discussed AARP opposition to requiring additional information of voter registrants under NVRA. Discussed AARP opposition to unnecessary citizenship documentation of registrants. Discussed supporting the right to vote amendment. Discussed AARP opposition to conduct of Elections bills that would terminate the Election Assistance Commission. Sent letter of endorsement on the Voting Rights Act Amendment. S. 2180 - Communicated with congressional staff regarding support for the Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. Communicated with congressional staff in support of responsible contractor requirements. Communicated with EEOC regarding age discrimination.

Responded to inquiry regarding in-home supportive services programs. S. 1549, Care Planning Act - Discussed the bill and urged cosponsorship. Discussed structural changes to Medicaid. Discussed health care quality and measurement. Discussed changes to the Medicare benefit design, such as copays, premiums and deductibles. H.R.1571, Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act - Discussed bill. S.578, Home Health Planning Improvement Act - Discussed bill and urged cosponsorship. Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes. S. 1083, H.R.2005 - Discussed legislation to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. S. 1488, H.R. 2624, Part D Beneficiary Appeals Fairness Act - Discussed bill that would allow seniors to appeal the placement of their medications on a Medicare Part D specialty tier. Discussed Medicare Part D fraud and abuse legislation including lock-in provisions for high risk enrollees. Discussed legislation to require the addition of unique device identifier (UDI) of medical devices in health insurance claim forms. Discussed the Medicare Part B prescription drug demonstration proposal from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. S. 624, H.R.1220,Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act - Discussed bill. S. 3040, Labor, Health and Human Services,FY2017 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program. S. 1549 - Discussed support of Care Planning Act. Discussed the Medicare Part B prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes. H.R. 5122 - Discussed the Medicare Part B prescription drug demonstration proposal. Discussed potential benefit and coverage improvements under Medicare and Medicaid Savings Programs. H.R. 2759, Mental Health Access Improvement Act - Discussed support of bill. Discussed MACRA implementation. Discussed Medicare enrollment and coverage issues such as: provider access, direct billing and penalties. S. 1719, H.R. 3099, RAISE Act - Discussed CMS' efforts regarding family caregiving. Provided feedback on advanced directive registry bill. (no bill #) Discussed independence at home legislation. S. 2961, Compassionate Care Act - Discussed our position and provided feedback. Discussed DOJ investigation regarding Olmstead and ADA violations by South Dakota and provided feedback (DOJ). Responded to inquiry regarding roundtable (ACL). S. 3096, Removing Barriers to Person-Centered Care Act of 2016 - Discussed and provided feedback. Discussed possible hearing witnesses. Discussed Medicaid HCBS spousal impoverishment bill. (no bill #) Responded to inquiry regarding MACRA rules and value modifier. Discussed Medicare's 180-day coverage of skilled nursing facility care. S. 2836, H.R. 5036, Protecting Families with Disabilities Act - Signed letter in support of bill.

Discussed regulatory reform with Senate Banking Committee staff. (no bill) Discussed potential SEC and DOL fiduciary duty rules with Senate Banking Committee staff. Discussed insider trading issue with Congressional staff. (no bill) Discussed regulatory reform with Senate staff. (no bill) Lobbied Congress in support of DOL's conflict of interest rulemaking. H.R. 4294, H.R. 4294, H.R 1090 - Sent letters in opposition, and lobbied in opposition to bills to supplant the DOL fiduciary duty rule proposal. S.2502, S.2505, S.2507 - Lobbied in opposition to bills to supplant the DOL fiduciary duty rule proposal.

H.R. 3779, Discussed bill that would restrict the inclusion of social security account numbers on documents sent in the mail by federal government. H.R. 2317, Lifetime Income Disclosure Act - Discussed bill. H.R.1314, Budget Act of 2015 - Discussed Social Security. Met with House and Senate staff on Social Security, SSDI, retirement savings issues, multiemployer pension issues, fiduciary duty issues and retirement fees. Met with the White House, PBGC, Treasury and Dept. of Labor on multiemployer pension issues. Met with OMB regarding fiduciary duty issues and retirement advice. Sent letter to Senate Finance committee on multiemployer pension issues. H.R. 711, Equal Treatment for Public Servants Act - Testified before the House Ways and Means Social Security Subcommittee.

Discussed issues in FY2017 budget. Discussed and urged support of funding for programs supporting family caregivers. (no bill #) Discussed SSDI. Lobbied in support of various federal programs serving seniors, including nutrition assistance, medical care, supportive services, energy assistance, housing rental assistance, among other programs.

H.R.6 - Discussed the House Energy and Commerce Committee 21st Century Cures Initiative and Senate HELP Committee efforts focused on drug and medical device innovation issues. H.R. 3061, S. 31 - Discussed the importance of potential savings to both consumers and the federal government of granting Secretarial negotiating authority to the HHS Secretary under Medicare Part D. Discussed legislation to address pay-for-delay agreements used by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market. Discussed the exclusivity period for biologic drugs. (no bill #) Discussed biologic drug issues including implementation of the new approval pathway for biosimilar drugs. Discussed other prescription drug issues and potential legislation on drug importation and least costly alternative payment for Part B drugs. (no bill #) Discussed the need for price transparency on prescription drug prices and comparativeness effectiveness research. Discussed legislation to address the opioid abuse epidemic including fraud and abuse provisions. Discussed opioid issues generally. (no bill #) H.R.9, S.1137 - Innovation Act, PATENT Act - Discussed patent reform legislation and related provisions on the Patent and Trademark Office inter partes review (IPR) process and proposed exemptions for brand name drug patents. Agriculture Appropriations, FY2017 - Lobbied in support of FDA funding. (no bill #)

Communicated with Department of Labor on minimum wage and overtime for home care workers and related litigation. Communicated with congressional staff regarding the EEOC's proposed regulations on workplace wellness programs. Met with EEOC Commissioners and staff regarding age discrimination issues. Communicated with OMB in support of responsible contractor regulations. S.2180, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Communicated with Congress regarding support of bill.

Responded to inquiry regarding in-home supportive services programs. (no bill #) S. 1549, Care Planning Act - Discussed the bill and urged cosponsorship. Discussed structural changes to Medicaid. (no bill #) Discussed health care quality and measurement. (no bill #) Discussed changes to the Medicare benefit design, such as copays, premiums and deductibles. (no bill #) Discussed Personalize Your Care Act and provided feedback. (no bill #) Discussed Money Follows the Person Rebalancing Demonstration. (no bill #) Made inquiry regarding DC Medicaid HCBS waiver. (no bill #) S. 1085, Military and Veteran Caregiver Services Improvement Act - Discussed bill. H.R. 4878, Better Care Lower Cost Act - Discussed bill. Discussed spousal impoverishment in Medicaid. (no bill #) H.R. 4059, S.2297, Medicare Choices Empowerment and Protection Act - Provided feedback on bill. H.R. 3298, Medicare Post-Acute Care Value-Based Purchasing Act - Discussed feedback and next steps. (no bill #) Inquired regarding final rule on discharge planning. (no bill #) H.R.1571, Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act - Discussed bill. Discussed retroactive eligibility for Medicaid HCBS (no bill #) Discussed observations status issues. (no bill #) S.578, Home Health Planning Improvement Act - Discussed bill and urged cosponsorship. Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes. (no bill #) H.R.2005, S.1083 - Discussed legislation to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. H.R. 2624, S.1488, Part D Beneficiary Appeals Fairness Act- Discussed bill that would allow seniors to appeal the placement of their medications on a Medicare Part D specialty tier. Discussed Medicare Part D fraud and abuse legislation including lock-in provisions for high risk enrollees. (no bill #) Discussed legislation to require the addition of unique device identifier (UDI) of medical devices in health insurance claim forms. Discussed the Medicare Part B prescription drug demonstration proposal from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. H.R.1220, S.624, Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act - Discussed bill. Discussed Medicare site of service payment policy. (no bill #) H.R. 4442,S.2484,CONNECT Act - Sent letter of endorsement. Discussed Medicare coverage and reimbursement of cataract surgery. Labor, Health and Human Services,FY2017 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program. (no bill #)

H.R. 2071, Discussed Safe Streets Act to ensure that new or improved federally-funded roadways are planned, designed, operated and maintained to safely accommodate all users. H.R. 22, FAST Act - Discussed implementation of the Safe Streets provision. Met with Department of Transportation officials and staff regarding implementation of FAST Act provisions related to pedestrian safety and access. Discussed the Safe Streets Act to ensure that new or improved federally-funded roadways are planned, designed, operated and maintained to safely accommodate all users. (no bill #) H.R. 4552, Gas Pump Access Act - Sent letter endorsing bill to make it easier for persons with disabilities to receive assistance in fueling their vehicle. Discussed report language for FY2017 THUD appropriations bill on implementation of Safe Streets provision of FAST Act. Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations, FY2017 - Lobbied in support of bill report language regarding Safe Streets provision in FAST Act. (no bill #)

H.R. 711, The Equal Treatment of Public Servants Act - Supported, lobbied and testified on behalf of bill. Lobbied House and Senate members on Social Security Solvency. Lobbied Judiciary Committee in opposition of the balanced budget amendment. Wrote letter in opposition. H.R. 3099, S.1719, RAISE Family Caregivers Act - Urged cosponsorship and House action on legislation. Discussed Dear Colleague letters. S.1719, RAISE Family Caregivers Act - Discussed action on the bill and shared relevant information. H.R. 4708, Credit for Caring Act - Discussed proposed tax credit for family caregivers. Discussed bill introduction and sent endorsement letter. (no bill # in Senate) Urged joining of the Assisting Caregivers Today (ACT) Caucus. Discussed Caucus and ideas for the year. Discussed ACT Caucus Dear Colleague letter on funding for programs supporting family caregivers and urged offices to sign the letter. Inquired about ACT Caucus contacts and members.(no bill #) S.2338, Lifetime Act - Responded to inquiry. H.R. 3913, Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act - Discussed bill. H.R. 5633, S.2866 (113th Cong. bill #s), In-Home CARE Act - Discussed bill. H.R. 294, Long-Term Care Veterans Choice Act - Discussed bill. Extended invitation to family caregiving event. (no bill #) Made inquiry regarding family caregiving data. (no bill #) Shared AARP reports on family caregiving. (no bill #) Discussed Family First Act. (no bill #) S. 879, Americans Giving Care to Elders Act - Discussed and provided feedback on the bill. Discussed aging in place. (no bill #) Attended LTSS financing hearing. (no bill #) Discussed federal nursing home quality and oversight, HIPAA, antipsychotic drugs in nursing homes, social media, nursing home transparency including Patient Protection, and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148; 111-152). Discussed family caregiver assessment and Medicaid managed LTSS. (no bill #) Discussed elder care. (no bill #) Attended meeting of the Health Aging Workgroup at the CDC to discuss their healthy aging report (also in attendance: ACL, Surgeon Generals office). S. 2721, Social Security Caregiver Credit Act - Discussed the bill. Discussed older worker employment programs including the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) under the Older Americans Act. Discussed support for family caregivers broadly. ( no bill #) Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations, FY2017 - Lobbied in support of funding for various programs, including caregiving, supportive services and community service programs. (no bill #)

H.R. 1270, S.709, Restoring Access to Medication Act - Meetings, calls and emails urging support. H.R. 3590 - Halt Tax Increases on the Middle Class and Seniors Act - Meetings, calls and emails urging support. Lobbied the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services on the 2017 Medicare Advantage Advance Notice and Medicare Part D Call Letter. Discussed the Fair Medical Billing Act. (no bill #) Discussed Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplemental and employer health insurance. Discussed Global Council on Brain Health, brain health generally and Alzheimer's. (no bill #) S. 192, Older Americans Act - Discussed reauthorization and urged congressional offices to sign letter of support. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to expand Medicaid. Discussed Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill #) Discussed Older Americans Act home and community-based services program funding for FY2017. Discussed nutrition programs including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)and related changes under the 2014 farm bill. H.R.1220, S.624, Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act - Discussed bill. Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations, FY2017 - Lobbied for funding support for various health and health care related programs serving seniors. (no bill #)

Discussed increasing senior representation in CDC studies and supported public participation in samples. (no bill) AARP opposed House/Senate proposals to cut SNAP and Health Disparities interventions. (no bill)

H.R. 2005, S. 1083, Medicare Drugs Savings Act, Discussed legislation to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. H.R. 919, S.522, Childrens's Health Insurance Program - Discussed Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) extension. Discussed Medicare coverage of hearing aids. (no bill) Discussed changes to the Medicare benefit design, such as copays, premiums, and deductibles.(no bill) Discussed Medicare health information technology, data transparency, and Qualifying Entities. (no bill) Discussed health care quality and measurement. (no bill) H.R. 2029,H.J.Res.75, H.J.Res.78, Labor, HHS, Education and Related Agencies Appropriations, FY2016 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and healthcare legislation. Discussed structural changes to Medicaid. (no bill) S. 1549, Care Planning Act, Discussed the bill which provides for advanced illness care coordination services. Discussed family caregiver assessment in Medicaid home and community-based services with CMS and guidance to states on the issue.(no bill) Discussed Medicare telemedicine policy. Discussed Medicare Part B premiums and deductibles in 2016. Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes (no bill number). Discussed legislation (no bill) to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. H.R. 2624, S. 1488, Discussed the Part D Beneficiary Appeals Fairness Act, a bill that would allow seniors to appeal the placement of their medications on a Medicare Part D specialty tier. Discussed Medicare Part D fraud and abuse legislation including lock-in provisions for high risk enrollees (no bill). Wrote to CMS in support of the second initiative of Washington State's proposed 1115 waiver. (no bill) S. 1719, Discussed family caregiving, home and community-based services, Money Follows the Person Rebalancing Demonstration, and Balancing Incentives Payments Program. (no bill) Signed onto letter to CMS to request a revision in Medicaid policy to eliminate coverage gaps in home and community-based services in accord with a recent federal court ruling (CMS). (no bill) PL 114-42, Called into NOTICE Act CMS town hall meeting. Discussed Medicaid personal care services in Oregon and California with GAO. (no bill) Discussed Spurring and Environment for Telehealth Innovation Act of 2015. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid managed long-term services and supports in states with GAO. (no bill) Provided feedback on draft Medicare Choices Empowerment and Protection Act (H.R. 4059, S. 2297) and Compassionate Care Act (no bill). H.R. 3298, Provided feedback on Medicare Post-Acute Care Value-Based Purchasing Act. H.R. 2029, Omnibus Appropriations Bill, Talked with Hill staff about possible Medicare Advantage provisions.

H.R. 3099, S.1719, Discussed RAISE Family Caregivers Act, urged co-sponsorship, and discussed possible changes to Senate bill. S.1719, Discussed action on the bill and shared relevant information. Discussed proposed tax credit for family caregivers. (no bill) S.192, Discussed support for Older Americans Act Reauthorization Act. Urged joining the Assisting Caregivers Today (ACT) Caucus. (no bill) Discussed hosting CMS Quarterly Caregiving meeting and logistics. Lobbying to secure a bipartisan Social Security Disability Insurance funding solution in 2015. H.R. 2029,H.J.Res.75, H.J.Res.78, Labor, HHS, Education and Related Agencies Appropriations, FY2016 - Lobbies to protect Older Americans Act program funding. Extended invitations to Portraits of Care reception and discussed room/event logistics. Responded to event RSVPs, discussed event, and portraits.(no bill) Discussed ACT caucus Dear Colleague letter for National Family Caregivers month. (no bill) H.R. 3099, S. 1719, Shared blogs on RAISE Family Caregivers Act with Hill staff. S.1719, Sent letter thanking some Senate offices for committee and/or Senate passage of the RAISE Family Caregivers Act. S.1719, Sent letter supporting HELP Committee passage of the RAISE Family Caregivers Act. Discussed LTSS financing (HHS ASPE). (no bill) H.R. 3099, S. 1719,Discussed RAISE Family Caregivers Act at CMS quarterly caregiving meeting (CMS, HHS Office of Asst. Sec'y for Health, HHS office of Women's Health, VA, ACL, SSA, CDC). S. 1719, Discussed possible Aging Committee family caregiving hearing, possible witnesses, and RAISE Act. Inquired about ACT caucus contact and members. (no bill) Discussed elder caregiving issues and follow-up with Department of Labor. (no bill) Submitted comment to CMS on proposed discharge planning regulations and urged improvements. H.R. 3099, S. 1719, Spoke on family caregiving panel at Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute conference. Discussed RAISE Act and ACT caucus. S. 1719, Discussed potential family caregiving media opportunity on the RAISE Act. Invited Hill staff to Dementia Care Technology and Innovation Forum and discussed family caregiving with NIH. (no bill) Discussed potential summit on care and services for people with dementia and their family caregivers (ASPE, NIA, CMS,VA, PCORI,HRSA, ACL, HHS). (no bill) H.R. 5633, S. 2866 (113th Congress), Discussed in-home CARE Act and provided feedback. Responded to inquiry regarding personal story of a family caregiver. (no bill) Offered to provide information on Lifespan Respite Care Program (OMB). (no bill) H.R. 3913, Sent endorsement letter for Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act. Discussed International Day of Older Persons event (ACL). (no bill) H.R. 294, Discussed Long-Term Care Veterans Choice Act (VA). S. 998 (in 113th Congress), Responded to inquiry on Home Care Consumer Bill of Rights Act.

Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to expand Medicaid. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 - Discussed Sustainable Growth Rate with Hill staffers. Discussed Medicare Supplemental Insurance with Hill staffers. (no bill) Discussed the Affordable Care Act with Hill staffers. (no bill) Discussed Medicare Advantage with Hill staffers. (no bill) S.Con.Res.11, Budget Resolution, FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect various programs serving Americans age 50 and above, including employment training, health and human services, and energy assistance for seniors, the disabled and other low-income assistance. H.R. 2029,H.J.Res.75, H.J.Res.78, Labor, HHS, Education and Related Agencies Appropriations, FY2016 - Lobbied to protect and enhance funding for various programs serving older and low-income Americans. Also lobbied to protect access to affordable health care and financial security, including support of DOL's conflict of interest rulemaking. H.R. 2570, Strengthening Medicare Advantage through Innovation and Transparency for Seniors of 2015 - staff discussions. H.R. 2581, Preservation of Access for Seniors in Medicare Advantage Act of 2015 - staff discussion. H.R. 588, Medicare Beneficiary Preservation of Choice Act of 2015 - staff discussions. Sent email communication about AARP paper on generic drug prices. Sent email communication on the 21st Century Cures legislation. Sent invitation for the AARP Foundation and Feeding Americas Facing Hunger After Fifty briefing. HR 1270, S.709 - Restoring Access to Medication Act - meetings, calls and emails urging support. H.R. 3590, Helping Every American Limit Their Health Expenses Act - Provided feedback to members offices. S.1397, Value Based Insurance Design Seniors Copayment Reduction Act of 2015 - met with Senate Finance Committee D and R Staff and spoke with personal staff on both sides. Reached out to W&M staff on Cadillac Tax. Provided feedback to staff on draft bill to provide safe harbor to HSA use in high-deductible health plans. Discussed Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) S. 192, Discussed Older Americans Act reauthorization legislation. Discussed older worker employment programs including the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) under the Older Americans Act. Discussed nutrition programs including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). H.R.1220, S.624, Discussed the removing barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act. H.R. 815, Discussed Access to Professional Health Insurance Act of 2015.

Discussed AARP opposition to requiring additional information of voter registrants under NVRA. (no bill) Discussed AARP opposition to unnecessary citizenship documentation of registrants. (no bill) Discussed supporting the right to vote amendment. (no bill) Discussed AARP opposition to conduct of Elections bills that would terminate the Election Assistance Commission. (no bill) Sent letter of endorsement on the Voting Rights Act Amendment. (no bill) Met with EEOC Commissioners and staff regarding age discrimination issues. S. 2180, Communicated with congressional staff regarding support for the Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. Communicated with congressional staff regarding the EEOC's proposed regulations on workplace wellness programs.

Discussed the Medical Expense Tax Deduction. (no bill) H.R.1397, S.716, Seniors Tax Simplication Act - Discussed legislation regarding the bill. Discussed proposed tax credit for family caregivers with House and Senate staff. H.R. 3590, Discussed the Halt Tax Increases for Seniors Act.

Communicated with Department of Labor on minimum wage and overtime for home care workers and related litigation. H.R. 2029,H.J.Res.75, H.J.Res.78, Labor, HHS, Education and Related Agencies Appropriations, FY2016 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of riders which would prevent agency enforcement of employment benefits and protections. S. 2180, Communicated with congressional staff regarding support for the Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. Communicated with congressional staff regarding the EEOC's proposed regulations on workplace wellness programs. Met with EEOC Commissioners and staff regarding age discrimination issues. S. 2180, Discussed Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act.

H.R. 22, Discussed transportation issues for the reauthorization of MAP-21. AARP interests include increasing safe access and funding for transportation options for older adults and people of all ages; specifically public transportation (including rural, senior and disabled, and human services), and non-motorized transportation. AARP interests also include older driver and pedestrian safety, including roadway planning and design to accommodate all users; and strengthening the connections between transportation and land use planning. H.R. 22, Discussed Safe Streets Act to ensure that new or improved federally-funded roadways are planned, designed, operated and maintained to safely accommodate all users. H.R. 22, Discussed Rural Transportation in support for increased access for rural older adults. H.R. 22,Discussed Human services transportation coordination in support for strengthening human services transportation coordination. (no bill) Discussed pedestrian safety in support for DOT initiative to increase safety for non-motorized users. (no bill) H.R. 22, Sent letters thanking House and Senate Champions for supporting Safe Streets in the FAST Act manager's bill for Sen. Commerce Committee markup. H.R. 22, Sent letter to conferees urging inclusion of Senate Safe Streets amendment in FAST Act. H.R. 22, S. 1732, Discussed including the Schatz-Heller amendment in DRIVE Act with Senate staff. H.R. 2029, H.J.Res.75, H.J.Res.78, Lobbied to protect funding levels for various transportation programs serving seniors. H.R. 3763, Urged support of Curbelo-Titus pedestrian safety amendment to Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act of 2015. H.R. 2071, Discussed Safe Streets Act to ensure that new or improved federally-funded roadways are planned, designed, operated and maintained to safely accommodate all users.

H.R. 2029,H.J.Res.75, H.J.Res.78, Discussed potential DOL and SEC fiduciary duty rules and met with Senate and House staff members. H.R. 2029,H.J.Res.75, H.J.Res.78, Discussed industry user fees as a method to fund the periodic examination of registered investment advisors. (no bill) H.R. 2029,H.J.Res.75, H.J.Res.78, Lobbied in favor of the DOL moving forward with a rulemaking to eliminate conflicts of interest in financial advice provided to individulas saving for their retirment in an ERISA plan. Lobbied in favor of the Administration supporting state-based retirement savings solutions. (no bill) H.R. 2029,H.J.Res.75, H.J.Res.78, Sent letter to Members of Congress on the Social Security rules change in the House Budget Resolution. H.R. 1314, Bipartisan Budget Agreement of 2015, Lobbied to protect funding levels for various programs serving seniors, including lobbying to urge Congress to reallocate OASDI funding to SSDI trust funds without imposing barriers to claims processing or reduction of benefits. Met with Senate staff on Social Security, SSDI and retirement security issues, multiemployer pension issues, fiduciary duty issues and retirement fees. S. 245, Automatic IRA Act of 2015 - Met with Senate staff on the Automatic IRA Act of 2015. H.R. 2029,H.J.Res.75, H.J.Res.78, Met with House staff on SSDI and SSDI related budget issues, multiemployer pensions, and retirement issues. (no bill) Met with Treasury Department staff on MyRA. (no bill) Met with PBGC staff on multiemployer pensions and other retirement plan issues. (no bill) Met with Treasury, DOL, and PBGC staff on multiemployer pensions. (no bill) Discussed state retirement issues with DOL and White House staff. (no bill) Met with SSA staff about Social Security Administration issues. (no bill) Met with PBGC Participant Advocate about retirement issues. (no bill) S.Con.Res.11/H.Con.Res.27, Budget Resolution, FY2016 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of any Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid cuts. Lobbied to enhance SSA program integrity funding without compromising SSA service delivery for all earned benefits. (no bill) Discussed measures to increase pension coverage and improve retirement savings. (no bill) H.R. 5306, Discussed Social Security 2100 Act. H.R. 1090, Sent letter in opposition to the Retail Investor Protection Act. Submitted comments to Treasury and PBGC on proposed rules under the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014. S. 2110, Met with Senate staff on the Womens Pension Protection Act. Met with OMB, DOL and Treasury on the DOL proposed rule on state retirement initiatives. H.R. 2317, Discussed and submitted a letter in support of the Lifetime Income Disclosure Act. Discussed SSDI, included in H.R. 1314. H.R. 3779, Discussed bill that would restrict the inclusion of social security account numbers on documents sent in the mail by federal government. Lobbied against riders to defund or delay DOL fiduciary rule during appropriations process.

Lobbied on House/Senate Budget proposals to cut SNAP funding in FY 2016 or block grant funds to states. (no bill) Discussed Medicare, Medicaid, Older Americans Act and other items regarding FY 2016 federal budget proposals. (no bill) H.Con.Res.27, S.Con.Res.11, Budget Resolution, FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for various programs serving seniors. H.R. 2029, Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2016, Lobbied to protect funding levels for various programs serving seniors, and in opposition of policy riders related to fiduciary rulemaking, wage and hour regulation and implementation of the Affordable Care Act and related healthcare programs. H.J.Res.75, Continuing Appropriations Act of 2016, and H.J.Res.78, Further Continuing Appropriations Act of 2016, Lobbied to protect funding levels for various programs serving seniors, and in opposition of policy riders related to fiduciary rulemaking, wage and hour regulation and implementation of the Affordable Care Act and related healthcare programs. H.R. 1314, Bipartisan Budget Agreement of 2015, Lobbied to protect funding levels for various programs serving seniors, including lobbying to urge Congress to reallocate OASDI funding to SSDI trust funds without imposing barriers to claims processing or reduction of benefits. H.R. 2577, S. 2129, Transportation, HUD and Related Agencies Appropriations, FY2016 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for various programs serving seniors. H.R. 2995, S. 1910, S. 2132, H.Con.Res.27, S.Con.Res.11, Financial Services, General Government Appropriations, FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for various programs serving seniors and in support of consumer protection agencies. H.R. 2578, Commerce, Justice and Science Appropriations Committee, FY 2016 - Lobbied for funding for various programs and agencies serving seniors. H.R. 2822, S. 1645,Interior and Environment Appropriations, FY 2016 - Lobbied in opposition to inclusion of riders restricting equal access to justice and in support of weatherization programs. Agriculture, Rural Development and Related Agencies, Appropriations, FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect funding for nutrition and housing assistance programs for seniors. H.R. 3020, S. 1695, S.2132, Labor, HHS, Education and Related Agencies Appropriations, FY2016 - Lobbied to protect and enhance funding for various programs serving older and low-income Americans. Also lobbied to protect access to affordable health care and financial security, including support of DOL's conflict of interest rulemaking. H.R. 1314, Discussed Budget Act of 2015. Sent letter to White House for FY 2017 budget request. Sent letter to Congress requesting speedy resolution of debt ceiling. Sent letter to Congress regarding no 2016 COLA.

Discussed the Protecting the Integrity of Medicare Act. (no bill) Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes. (no bill) H.R. 2005, S. 1083, Medicare Drugs Savings Act, Discussed legislation to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. House and Senate H.R. 2624, S.1488, Discussed the Part D Beneficiary Appeals Fairness Act, a bill that would allow seniors to appeal the placement of their medications on a Medicare Part D specialty tier. Discussed Medicare Part D fraud and abuse legislation including lock-in provisions for high risk enrollees. (no bill) Discussed legislation to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed pending U.S.Trade agreement negotiations on the Trans Pacific Partnership and their potential impact on prescription drug access and affordabillity.(no bill) H.R.919, S.522, Childrens's Health Insurance Program - Discussed Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) extension. Discussed Medicare coverage of hearing aids. (no bill) H.R. 1571, S.843, Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act - Discussed the bill and urged movement of the bill. H.R.1470, SGR Repeal and Medicare Provider Payment Modernization Act of 2015 - Advocated for greater beneficiary protections. H.R.605, S.275, Home Infusion Site of Care Act - Sent letter of endorsement. H.R. 818, S. 861, Preventing and Reducing Improper Medicare and Medicaid Expenditures (PRIME)Act - Sent letter of endorsement. H.R. 876, S.1349, Notice of Observation Treatment and Implication for Care Eligibility (NOTICE)Act - Sent letter of endorsement. Discussed changes to the Medicare benefit design, such as copays, premiums, and deductibles.(no bill) Discussed Medicare health information technology, data transparency, and Qualifying Entities. (no bill) Discussed health care quality and measurement. (no bill) H.R. 3020, S. 1695, S.2132, H.Con.Res.27, S.Con.Res.11, Labor, HHS, Education and Related Agencies Appropriations, FY2016 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and healthcare legislation. Discussed structural changes to Medicaid. (no bill) S. 1549, Care Planning Act, Discussed the bill which provides for advanced illness care coordination services. Met with Senate Finance Committee to discuss recommendations on chronic care, including independence at home expansion and family caregiving support. Discussed family caregiver assessment in Medicaid home and community-based services with CMS (no bill). Attended LTSS financing colloquium with HHS ASPE. (no bill) H.R. 1202, Discussed Medicare Patient Access to Hospice Act. Discussed nursing home care, staffing data, value-based purchasing for SNFs and nursing home quality measures. Attended HHS event on 50th anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid. (no bill) Shared comments on Medicaid and managed care and long-term care facility requirements proposed regulations. Discussed GAO report on Medicaid personal care services. H.R. 3220, S. 1871, Endorsed Medicare Smartcard legislation. H.R. 2948, Endorsed Telehealth Parity Act. Discussed Medicare telemedicine policy. Discussed Medicare Part B premiums and deductibles in 2016. Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes (no bill number). Discussed legislation (no bill) to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. H.R. 2624, S. 1488, Discussed the Part D Beneficiary Appeals Fairness Act, a bill that would allow seniors to appeal the placement of their medications on a Medicare Part D specialty tier. Discussed Medicare Part D fraud and abuse legislation including lock-in provisions for high risk enrollees (no bill). H.R.1220, S.624, Discussed the removing barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act. Discussed legislation with staff regarding PRIME ACT-HR 818 Preventing and reducing improper Medicare expenditures act.

Communicated with Department of Labor on minimum wage and overtime for home care workers and related litigation. H.R. 3020, S. 1695, S.2132, Labor, HHS, Education and Related Agencies Appropriations, FY2016 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of riders which would prevent agency enforcement of employment benefits and protections. Communicated with Senate staff regarding support for the reintroduction of the Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. Communicated with congressional staff regarding comments of Members of Congress on the EEOC's proposed regulations on workplace wellness programs. Communicated with House staff in support of DOL proposal to extend overtime protections to more workers. Communicated with Senate staff regarding support for the reintroduction of the Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act. Communicated with congressional staff regarding comments of Members of Congress on the EEOC's proposed regulations on workplace wellness programs.

Discussed the Medical Expense Tax Deduction. (no bill) H.R.1397, S.716, Seniors Tax Simplication Act - Discussed legislation regarding the bill. Discussed proposed tax credit for family caregivers to House and Senate staff. Write letter to Senate Finance Committee on AARP health-related tax priorities. Discussed aging in place tax credit. (no bill)

Discussed AARP opposition to requiring additional information of voter registrants under NVRA. (no bill) Discussed AARP opposition to unnecessary citizenship documentation of registrants.(no bill) Discussed supporting the right to vote amendment. (no bill) Discussed AARP opposition to conduct of Elections bills that would terminate the Election Assistance Commission. (no bill) Sent letter of endorsement on the Voting Rights Act Amendment. (no bill) Met with Senate staff regarding support for legislation to restore legal standards on employment discrimination. (no bill) Met with OIRA staff regarding Fair Pay and Safe Workspaces Executive Order. H.R.548, H.R. 549, H.R. 550, H.R. 1189, Communicated with House and Senate Committees regarding EEOC enforcement authority and activities. Met with EEOC Commissioner and staff regarding employer-sponsored wellness programs.

Discussed potential DOL and SEC fiduciary duty rules. (no bill) Discussed industry user fees as a method to fund the periodic examination of registered investment advisors. (no bill) Lobbied in favor of the DOL moving forward with a rulemaking to eliminate conflicts of interest in financial advice provided to individulas saving for their retirment in an ERISA plan. (no bill) Lobbied in favor of the Administration supporting state-based retirement savings solutions. (no bill) Sent letter to Members of Congress on the Social Security rules change in the House Budget Resolution. (no bill) Sent letters to House Ways and Means and Senate Budget committees on SSDI reallocation. (no bill) Met with Senate staff on Social Security, SSDI and retirement security issues, multiemployer pension issues, fiduciary duty issues and retirement fees. S. 245, Automatic IRA Act of 2015 - Met with Senate staff on the Automatic IRA Act of 2015. Met with House staff on SSDI and SSDI related budget issues, multiemployer pensions, and retirement issues. (no bill) Met with Treasury Department staff on MyRA. (no bill) Met with PBGC staff on multiemployer pensions and other retirement plan issues. (no bill) Met with Treasury, DOL, and PBGC staff on multiemployer pensions. (no bill) Discussed state retirement issues with DOL and White House staff. (no bill) Met with SSA staff about Social Security Administration issues. (no bill) Met with PBGC Participant Advocate about retirement issues. (no bill) S.Con.Res.11/H.Con.Res.27, Budget Resolution, FY2016 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of any Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid cuts. Lobbied to enhance SSA program integrity funding without compromising SSA service delivery for all earned benefits. (no bill) Discussed measures to increase pension coverage and improve retirement savings. (no bill) H.R. 5306, Discussed Social Security 2100 Act. Discussed DOL Conflict of Interest rule with Dep't of Treasury staff. Met with Treasury, OIRA and OMB in support of DOL Conflict of Interest proposal (no bill). Sent letters to DOL, Members of Congress and House Education and Workforce Commmittee in support of DOL Conflict of Interest proposal. Briefed staff for the Senate Financial Serivces Committee and the House Financial Services, Education and Workforce Committee on DOL Conflict of Interest rulemaking. S. 1607, The Independent Agency Regulatory Reform Act of 2015, Sent a letter in opposition to Senate Homeland Security and Gov't Affairs Committee. DOL - Filed two sets of comments on the Conflict of Interest regulatory proposal. Testified at DOL hearing on conflict of interest rule. Sent letter to certain Members of Congress on the DOL conflict of interest proposal. Discussed and offered rebuttal to certain criticisms of the DOL proposal on conflict of interest rule. Communicated with congressional staff regarding comments of Members of Congress on the EEOC's proposed regulations on workplace wellness programs. Submitted comments to Treasury and PBGC on proposed rules under the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act of 2014. S. 2110, Met with Senate staff on the Womens Pension Protection Act. Met with OMB, DOL and Treasury on the DOL proposed rule on state retirement initiatives. H.R. 2317, Discussed and submitted a letter in support of the Lifetime Income Disclosure Act.

Lobbied on House/Senate Budget proposals to cut SNAP funding in FY 2016 or block grant funds to states. (no bill) Discussed Medicare, Medicaid, Older Americans Act and other items regarding FY 2016 federal budget proposals. (no bill) H.Con.Res.27, S.Con.Res.11, Budget Resolution, FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for various programs serving seniors. Lobbied to urge Congress to reallocate OASDI funding to SSDI trust funds without imposing barriers to claims processing or reduction of benefits. (no bill) H.R. 2577, S. 2129, Transportation, HUD and Related Agencies Appropriations/FY2016 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for various programs serving seniors. H.R. 2995, S. 1910, S. 2132, H.Con.Res.27, S.Con.Res.11, Financial Services, General Government Appropriations, FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for various programs serving seniors and in support of consumer protection agencies. H.R. 2578, Commerce, Justice and Science Appropriations Committee, FY 2016 - Lobbied for funding for various programs and agencies serving seniors. H.R. 2822, S. 1645,Interior and Environment Appropriations, FY 2016 - Lobbied in opposition to inclusion of riders restricting equal access to justice and in support of weatherization programs. Agriculture, Rural Development and Related Agencies, Appropriations, FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect funding for nutrition and housing assistance programs for seniors. H.R. 3020, S. 1695, S.2132, Labor, HHS, Education and Related Agencies Appropriations, FY2016 - Lobbied to protect and enhance funding for various programs serving older and low-income Americans. Also lobbied to protect access to affordable health care and financial security, including support of DOL's conflict of interest rulemaking.

Discussed transportation issues for the reauthorization of MAP-21. AARP interests include increasing safe access and funding for transportation options for older adults and people of all ages; specifically public transportation (including rural, senior and disabled, and human services), and non-motorized transportation. AARP interests also include older driver and pedestrian safety, including roadway planning and design to accommodate all users; and strengthening the connections between transportation and land use planning. (no bill) Discussed Safe Streets Act to ensure that new or improved federally-funded roadways are planned, designed, operated and maintained to safely accommodate all users. (no bill) Discussed Rural Transportation in support for increased access for rural older adults. (no bill) Discussed Human services transportation coordination in support for strengthening human services transportation coordination. (no bill) H.R. 479, Amendment to House Passenger Rail bill, regarding including non-motorized users, including wheelchairs, in the Amtrak Inspector General report on boarding procedures. DOT Federal Transit Administration Circular Guidelines on Americans with Disability Act Compliance - Filed comments to Federal Register docket in support for clear and effective guidance to transit agencies to comply with the ADA. (no bill) Discussed pedestrian safety in support for DOT initiative to increase safety for non-motorized users. (no bill) National Center on Senior Transportation - Sent letter in support for continued funding. (no bill) S. 1732, Sent letters thanking Sens. Schatz, Heller, Markey and Udall for sponsoring a Safe Streets Amendment that was approved for inclusion in the managers bill for Sen. Commerce Committee markup. H.R. 22, Sent letter to full Senate urging inclusion of Schatz-Heller Safe Streets amendment in Senate transportation reauthorization bill, DRIVE Act.. H.R. 22, S. 1732, Discussed including the Schatz-Heller amendment in DRIVE Act with Senate staff. Attended DOT roundtable discussion marking on the anniversary of DOT Secretary Foxxs pedestrian-bicycle safety initiative, Safer People, Safer Streets with officials from the Secretarys office, FHWA, FTA, NHTSA, FMCSA, and FRA. H.R. 2577, S.2129, Transportation, HUD Appropriations, FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for various transportation programs serving seniors.

Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to expand Medicaid. Discussed employer wellness programs and the ACA. (no bill) Responded to inquiry regarding marketplaces. (no bill) H.R. 1270, The Restoring Access to Medications Act - Discussed bill with Hill staffers. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 - Discussed Sustainable Growth Rate with Hill staffers. Discussed Medicare Supplemental Insurance with Hill staffers. (no bill) Discussed the Affordable Care Act with Hill staffers. (no bill) Discussed Medicare Advantage with Hill staffers. (no bill) S.Con.Res.11, Budget Resolution, FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect various programs serving Americans age 50 and above, including employment training, health and human services, and energy assistance for seniors, the disabled and other low-income assistance. H.R. 3020, S. 1695, S.2132, Labor, HHS, Education and Related Agencies Appropriations, FY2016 - Lobbied to protect and enhance funding for various programs serving older and low-income Americans. Also lobbied to protect access to affordable health care and financial security, including support of DOL's conflict of interest rulemaking. H.R. 2570, Strengthening Medicare Advantage through Innovation and Transparency for Seniors of 2015 - staff discussions. H.R. 2581, Preservation of Access for Seniors in Medicare Advantage Act of 2015 - staff discussion. H.R. 588, Medicare Beneficiary Preservation of Choice Act of 2015 - staff discussions. Sent email communication about AARP paper on generic drug prices. Sent email communication on the 21st Century Cures legislation. Sent invitation for the AARP Foundation and Feeding Americas Facing Hunger After Fifty briefing. HR 1270, S.709 - Restoring Access to Medication Act - meetings, calls and emails urging support. H.R. 3590, Helping Every American Limit Their Health Expenses Act - Provided feedback to members offices. S.1397, Value Based Insurance Design Seniors Copayment Reduction Act of 2015 - met with Senate Finance Committee D and R Staff and spoke with personal staff on both sides. Reached out to W&M staff on Cadillac Tax. Provided feedback to staff on draft bill to provide safe harbor to HSA use in high-deductible health plans. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to expand Medicaid. Discussed Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives (no bill number). S. 192, Discussed Older Americans Act reauthorization legislation. Discussed older worker employment programs including the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) under the Older Americans Act. Discussed nutrition programs including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). H.R.1220, S.624, Discussed the removing barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act.

H.R. 2995, S. 2910, S.2132, H.Con.Res.27, S.Con.Res.11, Financial Services, General Government Appropriations, FY2016 - Lobbied to protect funding for SEC, CFIC and CFPB consumer protection programs. Met with Senate staff on consumer protection issues, financial scams and fraud (no bill).

Sent comment letter to CFPB on proposed Language Access Plan, Docket CFPB-2014-22 Sent comment letter to CFPB on Amendments to Mortgage Rules, Docket CFPB-2014-33 Sent comment letter to CFPB on Electronic Funds Transfer (Regulation E) relating to prepaid cards, Docket CFPB-2014-31. S.Con.Res.11, Budget Resolution, FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect funding for SEC, CFIC and CFPB consumer protection programs. Met with Senate staff on consumer protection issues, financial scams and fraud (no bill).

Discussed the Medical Expense Tax Deduction. (no bill) H.R.1397/S.716, Seniors Tax Simplication Act - Discussed legislation regarding the bill. Discussed proposed tax credit for family caregivers to House and Senate staff. Write letter to Senate Finance Committee on AARP health-related tax priorities. Discussed aging in place tax credit. (no bill #)

Discussed proposal for a national strategy to support family caregivers. (no bill) Discussed proposed tax credit for family caregivers. (no bill) Discussed a national caregiving summit. (no bill) S.192, Discussed support for Older Americans Act Reauthorization Act. Urged joining the Assisting Caregivers Today (ACT) Caucus. (no bill) H.R. 2668, Discussed National Care Corps Act and status of reintroduction. Discussed hosting CMS Family Caregiving Meeting and possible dates. (no bill) Discussed needs of military and veteran family caregivers. (no bill) Lobbying to secure a bipartisan Social Security Disability Insurance funding solution in 2015. S. 1695, Labor, HHS, Education and related agencies, Appropriations Committee/FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect Older Americans Act program funding. Shared invitations for family caregiving forum (ACL, CMS, VA, House and Senate). Discussed participation of Members of Congress in national forum on family caregiving. (no bill) Signed and sent group letter of support for the ACT Caucus to the Co-Chairs. Discussed ACT Caucus at CMS quaterly caregiving meetings (CMS, VA, NIH, AHRQ, CDC). Attended WHCOA forum on family careigivng (Domestic Policy Council, CMS, ACL, DOL, NIH, OPM). Discussed caregiving in the US report and Hill briefing with Hill staff (no bill). Responded to request for possible attendees for WHCOA event. Discussed grandparents caring for grandchildren. (no bill) Discussed multicultural caregivers with NIH and VA. (no bill) Made inquiry regarding national strategy to support caregivers (HHS, ACL).

Discussed AARP opposition to requiring additional information of voter registrants under NVRA. (no bill) Discussed AARP opposition to unnecessary citizenship documentation of registrants.(no bill) Discussed supporting the right to vote amendment. (no bill) Discussed AARP opposition to conduct of Elections bills that would terminate the Election Assistance Commission. (no bill) Sent letter of endorsement on the Voting Rights Act Amendment. (no bill) Met with Senate staff regarding support for legislation to restore legal standards on employment discrimination. (no bill) Met with OIRA staff regarding Fair Pay and Safe Workspaces Executive Order. H.R.548, H.R. 549, H.R. 550, H.R. 1189, Communicated with House and Senate Committees regarding EEOC enforcement authority and activities. Met with EEOC Commissioner and staff regarding employer-sponsored wellness programs.

H.R.2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 - Advocated for changes to budget offsets and for Medicare beneficiary protections. Discussed Medicare Physician payment/SGR reform legislation and health care extenders. Discussed the Protecting the Integrity of Medicare Act. (no bill) Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes. (no bill #) Discussed legislation (no bill #) to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. House and Senate S.1488/H.R.2624, Discussed the Part D Beneficiary Appeals Fairness Act, a bill that would allow seniors to appeal the placement of their medications on a Medicare Part D specialty tier. Discussed Medicare Part D fraud and abuse legislation including lock-in provisions for high risk enrollees. (no bill #) Discussed legislation to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed pending U.S.Trade agreement negotiations on the Trans Pacific Partnership and their potential impact on prescription drug access and affordabillity.(no bill) H.R.919/S.522, Childrens's Health Insurance Program - Discussed Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) extension. Discussed Medicare coverage of hearing aids. (no bill) S.843/H.R.1571, Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act - Discussed the bill. Signed letter urging cosponsorship of the bill and supported the bill in Aging Committee statement. Discussed PPI observation paper with Senate Aging Committe staff. H.R.1470,SGR Repeal and Medicare Provider Payment Modernization Act of 2015 - Advocated for greater beneficiary protections. H.R.605/S.275, Home Infusion Site of Care Act - Sent letter of endorsement. S. 861/H.R. 818, Preventing and Reducing Improper Medicare and Medicaid Expenditures (PRIME)Act - Sent letter of endorsement. S.1349/H.R.876, Notice of Observation Treatment and Implication for Care Eligibility (NOTICE)Act - Sent letter of endorsement. Discussed changes to the Medicare benefit design, such as copays, premiums, and deductibles.(no bill) Discussed Medicare health information technology, data transparency, and Qualifying Entities. (no bill) Discussed health care quality and measurement. (no bill) S. 1695, S.Con.Res. 11, Budget Resolution, Labor, HHS, Education and related agencies, Appropriations Committee/FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and healthcare related legislation. Wrote letter to CMS about Louisiana Medicaid and including nursing homes in managed LTSS. Wrote letter to HHS urging response and questions in Davis v. Shah case. Wrote letter to HHS in support of Medicaid reimbursement of advance care planning services and payment for these codes in 2016. Shared PPI observation paper with House and Senate staff, CBO, MedPac, and CMS Office of the Actuary. Discussed structural changes to Medicaid. (no bill) S. 1549, Care Planning Act - Sent letter of endorsement and provided feedback on bill and quote for press release. The bill provides for advanced illness care coordination services. Submitted Statement for the Record for Senate Aging Committee hearing on observation, discussed observation, and the two midnight. Wrote letter to Senate Finance Committee with recommendations on chronic care. Discussed Personalize your Care Act Advance Care planning bill (no bill #). S. 704, Discussed feedback on the Community-based Independence for Seniors Act to establish a Medicare demonstration program to provide LTSS to certain seniors. Inquired regarding the Balancing Incentive Payments Program (no bill #). Discussed community care program with CMS. Inquired regarding Medicaid estate recovery with CMS. Discussed technology and aging in place, including AARP comments on net neutrality. (no bill #) Extended invitation and discussed Medicaid managed LTSS and family caregiving, including Medicaid managed care regulations with CMS and ACL (no bill). Inquired to CMS regarding WI dual eligibles and family care (no bill). Discussed family caregiver assessment in Medicaid home and community-based services with CMS (no bill #). Discussed LTSS financing options with HHS ASPE. (no bill) Discussed the SAVE Medicare Homoe Health Act. Drafted comment letter on Medicare and chronic care for Senate Finance committee. S. 192, Discussed Older Americans Act reauthorization legislation. Discussed nutrition programs including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

Discussed potential DOL and SEC fiduciary duty rules. (no bill) Discussed industry user fees as a method to fund the periodic examination of registered investment advisors. (no bill) Lobbied in favor of the DOL moving forward with a rulemaking to eliminate conflicts of interest in financial advice provided to individulas saving for their retirment in an ERISA plan. (no bill) Lobbied in favor of the Administration supporting state-based retirement savings solutions. (no bill) Sent letter to Members of Congress on the Social Security rules change in the House Budget Resolution. (no bill) Sent letters to House Ways and Means and Senate Budget committees on SSDI reallocation. (no bill) Met with Senate staff on Social Security, SSDI and retirement security issues, multiemployer pension issues, fiduciary duty issues and retirement fees. S. 245, Automatic IRA Act of 2015 - Met with Senate staff on the Automatic IRA Act of 2015. Met with House staff on SSDI and SSDI related budget issues, multiemployer pensions, and retirement issues. (no bill) Met with Treasury Department staff on MyRA. (no bill) Met with PBGC staff on multiemployer pensions and other retirement plan issues. (no bill) Met with Treasury, DOL, and PBGC staff on multiemployer pensions. (no bill) Discussed state retirement issues with DOL and White House staff. (no bill) Met with SSA staff about Social Security Administration issues. (no bill) Met with PBGC Participant Advocate about retirement issues. (no bill) S.Con.Res.11/H.Con.Res.27, Budget Resolution, FY2016 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of any Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid cuts. Lobbied to enhance SSA program integrity funding without compromising SSA service delivery for all earned benefits. (no bill) Discussed measures to increase pension coverage and improve retirement savings. (no bill) H.R. 5306, Discussed Social Security 2100 Act. Discussed DOL Conflict of Interest rule with Dep't of Treasury staff. Met with Treasury, OIRA and OMB in support of DOL Conflict of Interest proposal (no bill). Sent letters to DOL, Members of Congress and House Education and Workforce Commmittee in support of DOL Conflict of Interest proposal. Briefed staff for the Senate Financial Serivces Committee and the House Financial Services, Education and Workforce Committee on DOL Conflict of Interest rulemaking.

Discussed transportation issues for the reauthorization of MAP-21. AARP interests include increasing safe access and funding for transportation options for older adults and people of all ages; specifically public transportation (including rural, senior and disabled, and human services), and non-motorized transportation. AARP interests also include older driver and pedestrian safety, including roadway planning and design to accommodate all users; and strengthening the connections between transportation and land use planning. (no bill) Discussed Safe Streets Act to ensure that new or improved federally-funded roadways are planned, designed, operated and maintained to safely accommodate all users. (no bill) Discussed Rural Transportation in support for increased access for rural older adults. (no bill) Discussed Human services transportation coordination in support for strengthening human services transportation coordination. (no bill) H.R. 479, Amendment to House Passenger Rail bill, regarding including non-motorized users, including wheelchairs, in the Amtrak Inspector General report on boarding procedures. DOT Federal Transit Administration Circular Guidelines on Americans with Disability Act Compliance - Filed comments to Federal Register docket in support for clear and effective guidance to transit agencies to comply with the ADA. (no bill) Discussed pedestrian safety in support for DOT initiative to increase safety for non-motorized users. (no bill) National Center on Senior Transportation - Sent letter in support for continued funding. (no bill)

Lobbied on House/Senate Budget proposals to cut SNAP funding in FY 2016 or block grant funds to states. (no bill) Discussed Medicare, Medicaid, Older Americans Act and other items regarding FY 2016 federal budget proposals. (no bill) S.Con.Res.11, Budget Resolution, FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for various programs serving seniors. Lobbied to urge Congress to reallocate OASDI funding to SSDI trust funds without imposing barriers to claims processing or reduction of benefits. (no bill) S. 1695, Labor, HHS, Education and related agencies, Appropriations Committee/FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for various programs serving seniors. Also lobbied on the conflict of interest rule. H.R. 2577, Transportation, HUD and related agencies, Appropriations Committee/FY2016 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for various programs serving seniors. Financial Serives Committee, Appropriations Committee/FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for various programs serving seniors and in support of consumer protection agencies. H.R. 2578, Commerce, Justice and Science Appropriations Committee/FY 2016 - Lobbied for funding for various programs and agencies serving seniors. H.R. 2822, Dep't of Interior and Environment Appropriations/FY 2016 - Lobbied in opposition to inclusion of riders restricting equal access to justice and in support of weatherization programs. Agriculture, Rural Development and related agencies, Appropriations Committee/FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect funding for nutrition and housing assistance programs for seniors.

Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to expand Medicaid. Discussed Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, and other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) S. 192, Older Americans Act - Discussed Older Americans Act reauthorization legislation. Discussed employer wellness programs and the ACA. (no bill) Discussed the Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act. (no bill) Responded to inquiry regarding marketplaces. (no bill) Made inquiry related to the Advisory Council on Alzheimer's, Research, Care and Services. (no bill) H.R.1270, The Restoring Access to Medications Act - Discussed bill with Hill staffers. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 - Discussed Sustainable Growth Rate with Hill staffers. Discussed Medicare Supplemental Insurance with Hill staffers. (no bill) Discussed the Affordable Care Act with Hill staffers. (no bill) Discussed Medicare Advantage with Hill staffers. (no bill) S.Con.Res.11, Budget Resolution, FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect various programs serving Americans age 50 and above, including employment training, health and human services, and energy assistance for seniors, the disabled and other low-income assistance. S. 1695, Labor, HHS, Education and related agencies, Approrpiations Committee/FY2016 - Lobbied to protect various health care, supportive services and nutrition programs serving seniors. H.R.2570, Strengthening Medicare Advantage through Innovation and Transparency for Seniors of 2015 - staff discussions. H.R.2581, Preservation of Access for Seniors in Medicare Advantage Act of 2015 - staff discussion. H.R.588, Medicare Beneficiary Preservation of Choice Act of 2015 - staff discussions. Sent email communication about AARP paper on generic drug prices. Sent email communication on the 21st Century Cures legislation.

Discussed proposal for a national strategy to support family caregivers. (no bill) Discussed proposed tax credit for family caregivers. (no bill) Discussed launch of the Assisting Caregivers Today(ACT) Caucus, room reservations, event logistics, and related items, as well as serving as ACT Caucus co-chair and the caucus generally; shared invitation to caucus launch; attended caucus launch. (no bill) Discussed a national caregiving summit. (no bill) S.192, Discussed support for Older Americans Act Reauthorization Act. Discussed joining the Assisting Caregivers Today (ACT) Caucus. (no bill) S.879, Americans Giving Care to Elders (AGE)- Discussed House alternative budget proposal, family caregiver tax credit. Discussed National Care Corps Act and status of reintroduction. (no bill) Discussed family caregiving and efforts to support the health of the caregiver. (no bill) Discussed hosting CMS Family Caregiving Meeting and possible dates. (no bill) Participated in CMS family caregiving quarterly meeting and discussed family caregiver assessment in Medicaid 1915(i) and meeting follow-up items. Discussed needs of military and veteran family caregivers. (no bill) Inquired regarding availability of Lifespan Respite Care grant opportunities for states. (no bill)

Discussed the Medical Expense Tax Deduction. (no bill) H.R.1397/S.716, Seniors Tax Simplication Act - Discussed legislation regarding the bill.

Discussed increasing senior representation in CDC studies and supported public participation in samples. (no bill) AARP opposed House/Senate proposals to cut SNAP and Health Disparities interventions. (no bill)

Discussed transportation issues for the reauthorization of MAP-21. AARP interests include increasing safe access and funding for transportation options for older adults and people of all ages; specifically public transportation (including rural, senior and disabled, and human services), and non-motorized transportation. AARP interests also include older driver and pedestrian safety, including roadway planning and design to accommodate all users; and strengthening the connections between transportation and land use planning. (no bill) Discussed Safe Streets Act to ensure that new or improved federally-funded roadways are planned, designed, operated and maintained to safely accommodate all users. (no bill) Discussed Rural Transportation in support for increased access for rural older adults. (no bill) Discussed Human services transportation coordination in support for strengthening human services transportation coordination. (no bill) H.R. 479, Amendment to House Passenger Rail bill, regarding including non-motorized users, including wheelchairs, in the Amtrak Inspector General report on boarding procedures. DOT Federal Transit Administration Circular Guidelines on Americans with Disability Act Compliance - Filed comments to Federal Register docket in support for clear and effective guidance to transit agencies to comply with the ADA. (no bill) Discussed Pedestrian safety in support for DOT initiative to increase safety for non-motorized users. (no bill) National Center on Senior Transportation - Sent letter in support for continued funding. (no bill)

Discussed potential DOL and SEC fiduciary duty rules. (no bill) Discussed industry user fees as a method to fund the periodic examination of registered investment advisors. (no bill) Lobbied in favor of the DOL moving forward with a rulemaking to eliminate conflicts of interest in financial advice provided to individulas saving for their retirment in an ERISA plan. (no bill) Lobbied in favor of the Administration supporting state-based retirement savings solutions. (no bill) Sent letter to Members of Congress on the Social Security rules change in the House Budget Resolution. (no bill) Sent letters to House Ways and Means and Senate Budget committees on SSDI reallocation. (no bill) Met with Senate staff on Social Security, SSDI and retirement security issues, multiemployer pension issues, fiduciary duty issues and retirement fees. S. 245, Automatic IRA Act of 2015 - Met with Senate staff on the Automatic IRA Act of 2015. Met with House staff on SSDI and SSDI related budget issues, multiemployer pensions, and retirement issues. (no bill) Met with Treasury Department staff on MyRA. (no bill) Met with PBGC staff on multiemployer pensions and other retirement plan issues. (no bill) Met with Treasury, DOL, and PBGC staff on multiemployer pensions. (no bill) Discussed state retirement issues with DOL staff. (no bill) Met with SSA staff about Social Security Administration issues. (no bill) Met with PBGC Participant Advocate about retirement issues. (no bill) S.Con.Res.11/H.Con.Res.27, Budget Resolution, FY2016 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of any Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid cuts. Lobbied to enhance SSA program integrity funding without compromising SSA service delivery for all earned benefits. (no bill) Discussed measures to increase pension coverage and improve retirement savings. (no bill)

Discussed AARP opposition to requiring additional information of voter registrants under NVRA. (no bill) Discussed AARP opposition to unnecessary citizenship documentation of registrants.(no bill) Discussed supporting the right to vote amendment. (no bill) Discussed AARP opposition to conduct of Elections bills that would terminate the Election Assistance Commission. (no bill) Sent letter of endorsement on the Voting Rights Act Amendment. (no bill) Met with Senate staff regarding support for bill to restore legal standards on employment discrimination. (no bill) Met with EEOC Commissioners and staff regarding enforcement of ADEA. (no bill) Met with Hill staff and staff for EEOC and Executive Office of the President regarding civil rights. (no bill)

Sent comment letter to CFPB on proposed Language Access Plan, Docket CFPB-2014-22 Sent comment letter to CFPB on Amendments to Mortgage Rules, Docket CFPB-2014-33 Sent comment letter to CFPB on Electronic Funds Trnasfer (Regulation E) relating to prepaid cards, Docket CFPB-2014-31. S.Con.Res.11, Budget Resolution, FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect funding for SEC, CFIC and CFPB consumer protection programs.

Discussed implementation of the Department of Labor's final regulations on minimum wage and overtime for home care workers and related litigation. (no bill) Met with Senate staff regarding support for bill to restore legal standards on employment discrimination. (no bill) Met with EEOC Commissioners and staff regarding enforcement of ADEA. Met with Hill staff and staff for EEOC and Executive Office of the President, regarding the civil rights implications of Discriminatory employer-sponsored wellness programs; sent letter to Senate Committee. (no bill) Discussed the legal challenges to recent regulations requiring minimum wage and overtime pay for home care workers. (no bill) Prepared information for communications with Hill staff regarding proposals on paid sick leave and paid family and medical leave. (no bill)

H.R. 2 - Discussed Medicare Physician payment/SGR reform legislation and health care extenders. Discussed the Protecting the Integrity of Medicare Act. (no bill) Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes. (no bill) Discussed legislation to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed pending U.S.Trade agreement negotiations on the Trans Pacific Partnership and their potential impact on prescription drug access and affordabillity.(no bill) H.R.919/S.522, Childrens's Health Insurance Program - Discussed Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) extension. Discussed LTSS issues, including financing. (no bill) Discussed Medicare coverage of hearing aids. (no bill) S.843/H.R.1571, Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act - Discussed the bill. H.R.2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 - Advocated for changes to budget offsets and for Medicare beneficiary protections. H.R.1470,SGR Repeal and Medicare Provider Payment Modernization Act of 2015 - Advocated for greater beneficiary protections. H.R.605/S.275, Home Infusion Site of Care Act - Sent letter of endorsement. H.R. 818, Preventing and Reducing Improper Medicare and Medicaid Expenditures (PRIME)Act - Sent letter of endorsement. H.R.876, Notice of Observation Treatment and Implication for Care Eligibility (NOTICE)Act - Sent letter of endorsement. Discussed changes to the Medicare benefit design, such as copays, premiums, and deductibles.(no bill) Discussed Medicare health information technology, data transparency, and Qualifying Entities. (no bill) Discussed health care quality and measurement. (no bill) S.Con.Res. 11, Budget Resolution, FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and healthcare related legislation.

H.R. 2 - Discussed Medicare Physician payment/SGR reform legislation and health care extenders. Discussed the Protecting the Integrity of Medicare Act. (no bill) Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes. (no bill) Discussed legislation to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed pending U.S.Trade agreement negotiations on the Trans Pacific Partnership and their potential impact on prescription drug access and affordabillity.(no bill) H.R.919/S.522, Childrens's Health Insurance Program - Discussed Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) extension. Discussed LTSS issues, including financing. (no bill) Discussed Medicare coverage of hearing aids. (no bill) S.843/H.R.1571, Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act - Discussed the bill. H.R.2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 - Advocated for changes to budget offsets and for Medicare beneficiary protections. H.R.1470,SGR Repeal and Medicare Provider Payment Modernization Act of 2015 - Advocated for greater beneficiary protections. H.R.605/S.275, Home Infusion Site of Care Act - Sent letter of endorsement. H.R. 818, Preventing and Reducing Improper Medicare and Medicaid Expenditures (PRIME)Act - Sent letter of endorsement. H.R.876, Notice of Observation Treatment and Implication for Care Eligibility (NOTICE)Act - Sent letter of endorsement. Discussed changes to the Medicare benefit design, such as copays, premiums, and deductibles.(no bill) Discussed Medicare health information technology, data transparency, and Qualifying Entities. (no bill) Discussed health care quality and measurement. (no bill) S.Con.Res. 11, Budget Resolution, FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and healthcare related legislation.

Discussed transportation issues for the reauthorization of MAP-21. AARP interests include increasing safe access and funding for transportation options for older adults and people of all ages; specifically public transportation (including rural, senior and disabled, and human services), and non-motorized transportation. AARP interests also include older driver and pedestrian safety, including roadway planning and design to accommodate all users; and strengthening the connections between transportation and land use planning. (no bill) Discussed Safe Streets Act to ensure that new or improved federally-funded roadways are planned, designed, operated and maintained to safely accommodate all users. (no bill) Discussed Rural Transportation in support for increased access for rural older adults. (no bill) Discussed Human services transportation coordination in support for strengthening human services transportation coordination. (no bill) H.R. 479, Amendment to House Passenger Rail bill, regarding including non-motorized users, including wheelchairs, in the Amtrak Inspector General report on boarding procedures. DOT Federal Transit Administration Circular Guidelines on Americans with Disability Act Compliance - Filed comments to Federal Register docket in support for clear and effective guidance to transit agencies to comply with the ADA. (no bill) Discussed Pedestrian safety in support for DOT initiative to increase safety for non-motorized users. (no bill) National Center on Senior Transportation - Sent letter in support for continued funding. (no bill)

Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to expand Medicaid. Discussed Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) S. 192, Older Americans Act - Discussed Older Americans Act reauthorization legislation. Discussed employer wellness programs and the ACA. (no bill) Discussed the Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act. (no bill) Discussed Personalize Your Care Act regarding advance care planning, advanced illness, and advance care planning. (no bill) Responded to inquiry regarding marketplaces. (no bill) Made inquiry related to the Advisory Council on Alzheimer's, Research, Care and Services. (no bill) H.R.1270,The Restoring Access to Medications Act - Discussed bill with Hill staffers. H.R. 2, Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 - Discussed Sustainable Growth Rate with Hill staffers. Discussed Medicare Supplemental Insurance with Hill staffers. (no bill) Discussed the Affordable Care Act with Hill staffers. (no bill) Discussed Medicare Advantage with Hill staffers. (no bill) S.Con.Res.11, Budget Resolution, FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect various programs serving Americans age 50 and above, including employment training, health and human services, and energy assistance for seniors, the disable and other low income assistance.

Discussed the Medical Expense Tax Deduction. (no bill) H.R.1397/S.716, Seniors Tax Simplication Act - Discussed legislation regarding the bill.

Lobbied on House/Senate Budget proposals to cut SNAP funding in FY 2016 or block grant funds to states. (no bill) Discussed Medicare, Medicaid, Older Americans Act and other items regarding FY 2016 federal budget proposals. (no bill) S.Con.Res.11, Budget Resolution, FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for various programs serving seniors. Lobbied to urge Congress to reallocate OASDI funding to SSDJ trust funds without imposing barriers to claims processing or reduction of benefits. (no bill)

Discussed potential DOL and SEC fiduciary duty rules. (no bill) Discussed industry user fees as a method to fund the periodic examination of registered investment advisors. (no bill) Lobbied in favor of the DOL moving forward with a rulemaking to eliminate conflicts of interest in financial advice provided to individulas saving for their retirment in an ERISA plan. (no bill) Lobbied in favor of the Administration supporting state-based retirement savings solutions. (no bill) Sent letter to Members of Congress on the Social Security rules change in the House Budget Resolution. (no bill) Sent letters to House Ways and Means and Senate Budget committees on SSDI reallocation. (no bill) Met with Senate staff on Social Security, SSDI and retirement security issues, multiemployer pension issues, fiduciary duty issues and retirement fees. S. 245, Automatic IRA Act of 2015 - Met with Senate staff on the Automatic IRA Act of 2015. Met with House staff on SSDI and SSDI related budget issues, multiemployer pensions, and retirement issues. (no bill) Met with Treasury Department staff on MyRA. (no bill) Met with PBGC staff on multiemployer pensions and other retirement plan issues. (no bill) Met with Treasury, DOL, and PBGC staff on multiemployer pensions. (no bill) Discussed state retirement issues with DOL staff. (no bill) Met with SSA staff about Social Security Administration issues. (no bill) Met with PBGC Participant Advocate about retirement issues. (no bill) S.Con.Res.11/H.Con.Res.27, Budget Resolution, FY2016 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of any Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid cuts. Lobbied to enhance SSA program integrity funding without compromising SSA service delivery for all earned benefits. (no bill) Discussed measures to increase pension coverage and improve retirement savings. (no bill)

Sent comment letter to CFPB on proposed Language Access Plan, Docket CFPB-2014-22 Sent comment letter to CFPB on Amendments to Mortgage Rules, Docket CFPB-2014-33 Sent comment letter to CFPB on Electronic Funds Trnasfer (Regulation E) relating to prepaid cards, Docket CFPB-2014-31. S.Con.Res.11, Budget Resolution, FY 2016 - Lobbied to protect funding for SEC, CFIC and CFPB consumer protection programs.

Discussed implementation of the Department of Labor's final regulations on minimum wage and overtime for home care workers and related litigation. (no bill) Met with Senate staff regarding support for bill to restore legal standards on employment discrimination. (no bill) Met with EEOC Commissioners and staff regarding enforcement of ADEA. Met with Hill staff and staff for EEOC and Executive Office of the President, regarding the civil rights implications of Discriminatory employer-sponsored wellness programs; sent letter to Senate Committee. (no bill) Discussed the legal challenges to recent regulations requiring minimum wage and overtime pay for home care workers. (no bill) Prepared information for communications with Hill staff regarding proposals on paid sick leave and paid family and medical leave. (no bill)

Discussed increasing senior representation in CDC studies and supported public participation in samples. (no bill) AARP opposed House/Senate proposals to cut SNAP and Health Disparities interventions. (no bill)

Pub.Law 111-148 & 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care law that would reform the health care system to provide affordable quality health care, reduce drug costs and expand access to long-term services and supports. Discussed how to implement Medicaid provisions of Affordable Care Act. (PL. 111-148)S. 374, Medicare Mental Health Inpatient Equity Act - Lobbied in support of this legislation to eliminate the 190-day lifetime limit on Medicare coverage for in-patient psychiatric hospital services (112th). Discussed improving access to care for underserved population. (no bill) Discussed importance of maintaining low income subsididies and supports in Medicare. (no bill) Discussed the importance of coordinating services for those who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid in order to ensure that beneficiaries receive all needed benefits but there is no duplication. (no bill) Discussed whether, and under what circumstances, managed care could effectively be used to provide benefits to dual eligible beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed additional methods for fighting fraud and waste in Health Care. (no bill) Discussed Medigap and need for guaranteed issue for all populations and need to increase medical loss ratio. Discussed durable medical equipment bidding. (no bill) Lobbied for legislation to provide Medicare beneficiaries with additional opportunities to enroll in Medicare Part B.(no bill) Lobbied against the use of the Social Security account number on Government-issued identification cards issued in connection with Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP benefits and for other purposes. (no bill) Discussed support to curb waste and fraud from the Medicare and Medicaid programs. (no bill) H.R. 3630, Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 - Discussed the legislation as it pertained to SGR. Discussed Medicare Reform. (no bill) H.R. 2305/S. 1123, PRIME ACT (Preventing and Reducing Improper Medicare Expenditures) - Discussed support for bill and urged cosponsorship. Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs. (no bill) H.R. 1588/S. 740, Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed the Medicare Drug Savings Act to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income befeficiaries. (no bill) Discussed proposals that would establish per-capita caps under Medicaid as well as other Medicaid financing proposals including block grants and changes to the current FMAP structure. (no bill) H.R. 1717 - Discussed Medicare DMEPOS Market Pricing Program Act. Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes. (no bill) H.R.3830/S.1900 - Discussed pending U.S. trade agreement negotiations and trade promotional or "fast track" authority legislation and their potential impact on Medicare and Medicaid prescription drug programs. S. 2461 - Discussed Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) extension and CHIP Extension Act of 2014. Discussed Part D Payment for Drugs for Beneficiaries Enrolled in Hospice - Final 2014 CMS Guidance. H.R.5294, Health Equity & Accountability Act of 2014 - Addresses health care disparities; no endorsement due to budget impact. Medicare Advantage- Answered questions from some Hill offices. (no bill) Medicare Supplemental Insurance - Stated opposition to the elimination of first dollar coverage. (no bill) Discussed LTSS issues, including financing. (no bill)Discussed Medicare Graduate Nursing Education pilot design. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Affordability. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Shortages. (no bill) H.R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. H.R. 2576 - Discussion to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the calculation of modified adjusted gross income for purposes of determining eligibility for certain healthcare-related programs. Discussed opposition to caps on dual eligibles; discussed managed care and dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed with CMS demonstration programs for dual eligibles and process related to the demonstrations, as well as other work of the Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office, discussed consumer choice and continuity of care in Medicaid managed long-term services and supports programs, discussed focus groups on dual eligibles. Discussed Hospital & Critical Access Hospitals Conditions of Participation proposed regulations; requested that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians assistants be allowed the full scope of services in hospital admitting and visiting privileges. (no bill) Discussed Hospital Outpatient Therapeutic Services Final Rule underscoring that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians should be allowed to supervise such outpatient service clinics without physician oversight as long as in line with state scope of practice laws. (no bill) Discussed health disparities. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare/Medicaid "dual eligibles" integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations; and other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) S. 3586, Recruiting Individuals to Drive Elders (RIDE) Act - Discussed Medicaid non-emergency transportation bill (112th). Discussed proposals that would establish per-capita caps under Medicaid as well as other Medicaid financing proposals including block grants and changes to the current FMAP structure. (no bill) Discussed extension of funding originally provided under the Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act (P.L. 110-275) to State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs), Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRICs), and Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) for Medicare outreach and enrollment counseling. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of cuts to beneficiaries in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of an increase in the age of eligibility in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the patch to the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed concerns of block granting Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed the Kansas managed long-term services and supports waiver proposals and related implementation issues. (no bill). H.R.928/S.408, the Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed requirement for drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed Health Disparities. (no bill) Discussed medicare demonstration project replacing standard medicare cards with Smart Card technology. (no bill) H.R. 574 - The Medicare Physician Payment Innovation Act of 2013. Discussed Medicaid expansion and estate recovery. (no bill) S. 2491, Discussed Medicare Protection Act. Discussed concern about CMS guidance on prescription drugs for medicare beneficiaries receiving hospice and coordination between hospice providers and medicare Part D sponsors. (no bill) Discussed long-term services and supports in Hill briefings. (no bill) H.R. 1173 - Discussed advance care planning, CMS payment for advance care planning, advanced illness, and Personalize Your Care Act.H.R. 1179/S.569, Improving Access to Medicare Act - Discussed support of Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act and urged cosponsorship and advancement of the bill. Discussed CMS information regarding healthcare marketplaces. H.R. 2305/S.1123, Preventing and Reducing Improper Medicare and Medicaid Expenditures Act. Bill reduces waste, fraud, and abuse in Medicare and Medicaid programs. Discussed Competitive bidding of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies. (no bill) Discussed repeal of Affordable Care Act provision making prescriptions necessary for over-the-counter drugs purchased with flexible spending accounts. (no bill) Discussed Medicare supplemental coverage. (no bill) Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug cost. (no bill) Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income beneficiaries. (no bill) H.R. 83, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations, 2015 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation.(no bill) Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income beneficiares. (no bill) Discussed pending U.S. trade agreement negotiations, including trade promotional or 'fast track' authority, and their potential impact on Medicare and Medicaid prescription drug programs. (no bill) Discussed fraud, Medicare home healthcare, ways to find savings in Medicare without harming Medicare beneficiaries (care coordination, prescription drugs, waste, fraud and abuse). Discussed You've Earned A Say, ways to find savings in medicare without harming medicare beneficiaries (care coordination, prescription drugs, waste, fraud and abuse). PL.111-148 - Discussed implementation of provision to require reporting of nursing home staffing data based on payroll data and executive actions related to nursing homes, IMPACT Act, PL 113-185).. Discussed the draft legislation on Medicare fraud and abuse. Protecting the Integrity of Medicare Act. (no bill) Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes. (no bill) H.R. 1588/S.740 - Discussed the Medicare Drug Savings Act to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. H.R. 3830/S. 1900 - Discussed pending U.S. trade agreement negotiations and trade promotional or "fast track" authority legislation and their potential impact on Medicare and Medicaid prescription drug programs. S. 2461 - Discussed Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Extension Act of 2014. Discussed Part D Payment for Drugs for Beneficiaries Enrolled in Hospice-Final 2014 CMS Guidance. Discussed the Protecting Integrity of Medicare Act. (no bill) H.R.5435, Home Infusion Site of Care Act - Sent letter of endorsement H.R. 5958 - Discussed the ACO Improvement Act. H.J. Res. 124, Continuing Appropriations Resolution - Lobbied to protect funding levels for CMS program management under Continuing Resolution. H.R. 1179/S. 569 - Discussed observation impace on Medicare beneficiaries, counting time in observation toward Medicare's three-day inpatient hospital stay requirement for Medicare skilled nursing facility coverage, and the Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act (CMS & MedPAC). PL. 113-295 - Responded to inquiry about Medicare offsets on Achieving a Better Life Expense Act.Discussed Medicare Advantage. (no bill) Discussed H.R. 3616, Protecting Seniors from Healthcare Fraud Act. Discussed observation care and "two-midnight rule". (no bill) H.R. 1070, the Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act - Discussed and sent letter of endorsement to bill. Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes. (no bill) H.R. 1588/S.740, Medicaid Drug Savings Act - Discussed the requirement for drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed pending U.S. Trade agreement negotiations, including trade promotional or "fast track" authority, and their potential impact on Medicare and Medicaid prescription drug programs. (no bill) H.R. 2810/S.1871/H.R. 4015/S.2110 - Discussed SGR repeal and health care extender provisions, including the Qualified Individual low-income Medicare beneficiary assistance program. H.R. 4418, The Expanding Availability of Medicare Data Act - Sent letter of endorsement. Discussed Medicare data and billing transparency. (no bill) Discussed socio-economic risk adjustment. (no bill) S. 2240 - Discussed Medicare Choices Empowerment and Protection Act. H.R. 3024 - Discussed the Medicare Common Access Card Act. Discussed Medicare expansion. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid Labs Spousal Impoverishment provisions (PL. 111-198). Discussed transparency in healthcare. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid managed care regulations. (CMS, no bill) PL.111-148 - Discussed long-term services and supports broadly and Older Americans Act. Submitted comments on Medicare Physician fee schedule final rule and advance care planning (CMS - 1612-FC). Discussed Medicare enrollment and notification of eligibility. (no bill) Discussed Medicare in-office ancillary services exception. (no bill)

H.R.83, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations, 2015 - Lobbied to protect job training and equal employment employee retiree benefits. (no bill)S. 1391/H.R. 2852, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Urged support for this bill to restore legal standards on employment discrimination. Discussed implementation of Fair Pay & Safe Workplaces Executive Order with DOL. Employer-sponsored Wellness Programs - Met with the EEOC about the civil rights implications of those programs. Age Discrimination - Met with the EEOC about enforcement of the ADEA.

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill) Discussed with lawmakers & the Administration to keep Social Security separate from all budget negotiations/deficit reduction measures and opposed proposals for a "Chained CPI"Discussed the Department of Labor's intent to propose new fiduciary duty regulation with Congressional staff. Discussed possible proposals to improve pension rights for participants and reform proposals to improve pension coverage and adequacy. ( no bill) Briefed Congress on AARP's "You've Earned A Say"- A national conversation on the future of Social Security and Medicare with AARP members and all Americans. Lobbied against cuts to Social Security benefits via the adoption of chained CPI to calculate annual cost of living adjustments for Social Security and Veterans benefits, among others. (no bill) S.500, the Keeping Our Social Security Promise Act - Discussed legislation to apply payroll taxes to employment and self-employment taxes to remuneration up to the contribution and benefit base and to remuneration in excess of $250,000. S. 308, the Protecting and Preserving Social Security Act - Discussed legislation to implement the CPI-E for annual Social Security COLA's and to eliminate the cap on maximum taxable wages under Social Security. S.567, the Strengthening Social Security Act - Discussed legislation to implement the CPI-E for annual Social Security COLA's and to eliminate the cap on maximum taxable wages under Social Security. Discussed current and future challenges of Social Security's Representative Payee program. (no bill) Discussed pending DOL regulations of summary documents for 401(k) fee disclosure. (no bill) ERISA fiduciary protections to safeguard the savings of worker investments in retirement accounts. H. R. 1601, the SSI Restoration Act - Signed on to Leadership Council of Aging Organization's (LCAO) endorsement letter on legislation to update aspects of the Supplemental Security Income Program. Lobbied to prevent the inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid benefit cuts in any package pertaining to the continuing resolution or the debt ceiling. Discussed retirement bills in draft with multiple staffers. (no bill) Discussed legislation to improve SSA administrative services. (no bill) Letter to Congress and White House staff on the need to update definition of "fiduciary" under ERISA. (no bill) Discussed spousal pension protections. (no bill) Multiemployer Pension Reform Act - Opposed provision granting authority to distressed multiemployer plans to cut accrued pension benefits. (no bill until H.R. 83)H.R. 2229, the Safeguarding Social Security Numbers Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation with Hill staff to establish a universal standard for the truncation of Social Security Numbers to prevent identity theft and fraud. H.R. 2171/S. 1145, the Lifetime Income Disclosure Act - Support for bipartisan legislation to express on annual 401(k) benefit statements the approximate annuity value of the lump sum value of the account. Discussed potential AARP comments to the Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration's Announcement of Proposed Rulemaking on lifetime income illustrations given to participants in defined contribution pension plans, such as 401(k) and 403(b) plans. (no bill) Discussed with officials from DOL Employee Benefits Security Administration the planned re-proposal of regulations to update the definition of a fiduciary for ERISA covered pension plans. (no bill) H.R. 2374, the Retail Investor Protection Act - Expressed opposition to H.R. 2374 to delay the DOL's planned re-proposal of regulations to update the definition of a fiduciary for ERISA covered pension plans until 60 days after the potential release of similar regulations by the Securities and Exchange Commission. H.R. 2154, the CPI for Seniors Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation to implement a Consumer Price Index for Seniors for calculating annual Social Security cost of living adjustments. Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security benefit cuts and protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs in any Deficit Reduction proposals and from enhanced redutions under sequestration. (no bill) H.R. 2374, Labor, HHS and Related Agencies Appropriations bill 2015 - Letter and lobbying in opposition to this bill that would delay or prevent a DOL proposed rulemaking on Fiduciary Duty. Conducted briefings in both House and Senate. Met with DOL officials to urge reissuance of a proposed rule to update fiduciary duty as it applies to ERISA. (no bill) Sent letter to Congress to urge the House and Senate to take steps to avoid default on our national debt and avoid risking benefits for current Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries. (no bill) Sent letter to White House to urging the President to take steps with Congress to avoid default on our national debt and avoid risking benefits for current Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries. (no bill) Lobbied to prevent the inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid cuts for the purpose of achieving deficit reduction, a budget agreement, or as a tradeoff for scheduled sequestration cuts or other government spending. (no bill) Submitted testimony to Finance Committee for hearing on December 18th on Social Security. Discussed draft Social Security legislation with several Congressional staffers. (no bill) S. 1979, the USA Retirement Funds Act - Lobbied for additional protections to ensure older workers and retirees pension benefits are fully protected. S. 1970, the Retirement Security Act - Lobbied for additional protections for lower income and other workers to ensure that promised benefits are equitably provided. Sent letter of qualified support. S. 2089, the SSI Restoration Act - AARP considered the need to update and index SSI benefits for inflation. Met with Department of Treasury on pending retirement initiatives. Met with NEC staff on retirement issues. Met with DOL on retirement issues. Met with Administration staff to discuss issuance of proposed rules on Fiduciary duty. Letter to SEC demonstrating the harm from maintaining the suitability standard as opposed to imposing a fiduciary duty on broker/dealers to investors. (no bill) Discussed the need for fiduciary duty and user fees to fund the examination of registered investment advisors. (no bill) Letter to SEC in support of efforts to improve marketing and advertising of target date funds.Sent letter to the Chair and Ranking Member of the Senate Finance Committee in support of rebalancing funding to ensure timely payment of SSDI benefits. S. 2742, Social Security Access Act of 2014 - Sent a letter of support. H.R. 5260, Stop Disability Fraud Act of 2014 - Discussed SSDI legislation. Discussed problems related to the "de-risking" of defined benefit pension plans. Submitted comments to the Department of Labor and related agencies on retirement topics including lifetime income and target date retirement funds.

H.R.38/S.448, Senior's Tax Simplification Act, to the existing description of H.R. 1058 in Tax Section - Submitted letter of support to Senate original co-sponsors in May.S. 3680, the 2013 Making Working Pay Credit Act - Discussed introduction of the legislation and review the bill (113th Congress). H.R. 38/S. 448, Seniors Tax Simplification Act - Discussed support of the bill and urged cosponsorship. Corresponded with members of Congress regarding priorities for health care and retirement in tax reform. Met with multiple Congressional staff regarding priorities for retirement in tax reform. (no bill) Discussed views on tax reform to hill staff. (no bill) H.R. 3894, Senior Citizens Tax Elimination Act - Worked to prepare AARP member communications on bill. H. R. 83, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations, 2015 - Lobbied to enhance funding for taxpayer assistance programs. H.R. 38/S.448, Seniors Tax Simplication Act - Discussed legislation with staff. Discussed tax credit for family caregivers. (no bill) Attended panel discussion on tax legislation in 2014 & 2015 with House and Senate Committee staff. (no bill)

Pub. Law 111-203, Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act - Discussed implementation of legislation. Responded to requests for comment with regard to Payday Lending, Mandatory Arbitration, "Larger Participants" (non-bank), and Bank Overdraft Fees.Lobbied against H.R. 3035 the "Mobile Informational Call Act" of 2011. Responded to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau request for comment on "Procedural Rules to Establish Supervisory Authority over Certain Nonbank Covered Persons Based on Risk Determination. Submitted comments to the CFPB on effective financial education, Docket No. CFPB 2012-0030. Letter from AARP and Americans Act for Financial Reform (AFR) to the House urging opposition to a package of bills that would weaken CFPB's structure and funding mechanism. S. 878/H.R. 1844, Arbitration Fairness Act - AARP went on record in support of the bills. H.R. 83, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations, 2015 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for SEC, CFIC and CFPB, enforcement of consumer portection laws and agencies. H.R. 3193, Consumer Financial Freedom and Washington Accountability Act - Letter in opposition to bill to weaken the CFPB. Sent letter to CFPB to correct abusive debt collection practices, Docket 2013-0033, RIN 3170-AA41. H.R. 4436, Discussed Investing in Student Success Act. Discussed Fraud Watch Network. (no bill) Briefed House Financial Services staff on detrimental effects of mandatory pre-dispute arbitration clauses in contracts. (no bill) Briefed Senate financial services staff on bank fraud and the objectives of the Department of Justice's Operation Choke Point. (no bill) CFPB-2014-007-Responded to CFPB debt collection survey proposal. CFPB-2013-0033/RIN 3170-AA41 - Responded to CFPB AAPR on debt collection. CFPB-2014-0012-Responded to CFPB RFI on Mobil Financial Services. CFPB-2014-0016-Responded to CFPB request for comment on Disclosure of Consumer Complaint Narrative Data. H.J. Res. 124, Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2015 - Lobbied to protect funding for SEC, CFIC and CFPB consumer protection programs.

S.452, Medicare Diabetes Prevention Act - Discussed bill with Senate. Discussed draft language on senior mental health with Senate HELP Committee staff. (no bill) Discussed Medicare Reform (no bill) Discussed Age Rating in the ACA and rate shock. (no bill)Labor, HHS Appropriations bill, 2015-Lobbied on preserving funding for the ACA; defended meaningful use of the ACA. (no bill) Discussed need to increase health information technology quality measurements and access to qualified systems. (no bill) H.R. 1099, To repeal the Prevention and Public Health Fund - Lobbied against the repeal of the Prevention and Public Health Trust Fund, an important component in state and community efforts to prevent illness and promote health. Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed Accountable Care Organization and Medical Shared savings. (no bill) Discussed Rate Review. (no bill) Discussed Internal Appeals and External Review Process. (no bill) Discussed Medicare reimbursement issues. Lobbied in support of Medicare physician payment reform. Discussed legislation to make prescription drugs more affordable to older Americans. S. 1416/H.R. 2645 (112th Congress), Medigap Medical Loss Ratio Improvement Act of 2011. Discussed coverage for screening depression and screening and counseling for alcohol misuse. (no bill) Discussed consumer operated and oriented plan programs. (no bill) Discussed standards related to risk adjustment, reinsurance, and risk mitigation as they relate to exchanges. (no bill) H.R.2077, MLR Repeal Act of 2011 - Expressed opposition to the elimination of provision in the Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148)Discussed opposition to draft legislation regarding the elimination of grandfathered status. (no bill) Discussed association health plans with DOL, HHS and DOT. (no bill) Discussed quality and care coordination with HHS. (no bill) Discussed Essential Health Benefits with HHS. (no bill) Discussed employer affordability safe harbor. (no bill) Discussed health insurance exchanges - eligibility, enrollment, premium tax credits. (no bill) Discussed Basic Health Plans. (no bill) Discussed Medigap reform. (no bill) Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed role of grandfathered plans. (no bill) Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act and other amendments to the OAA. (no bill) Discussed dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed S.1119, Positive Aging Act of 2013. H.R. 2641, Farm Program bill-Discussed the severed nutrition programs from Farm Bill. S. 562, Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act - Discussed the bill for eventual endorsement. Discussed need to suport family caregivers and long-term services and supports. (no bill) Discussed repeal of medical device tax. (no bill) Discussed proposed regulation relating to Medicaid expansion coverage and minimum essential coverage. (no bill) Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to use premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) H.R.3850/S. 1562, Discussed Older Americans Act reauthorization legislation. H.R.3662, the Mental Health Access Improvement Act - Sent letter of endorsement. H.R.4879, the Research for All Act - Sent letter of endorsement. S.2348, the Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act - Sent letter of endorsement. Discussed legislation to address health disparities. (no bill) H.R.5294 - Discussed Health Equity & Accountability Act of 2014; no endorsement due to budget implications. H.R. 83, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations, 2015 - Lobbied to protect various healthcare programs serving seniors from disproportionate reduction.Discussed FTC participation in state scope of practice issues. Also sent follow-up items for their review. (no bill) Discussed Social Security programs. (no bill) Lobbied against cuts to the health care prevention fund. (no bill) Discussed deficit reduction issues dealing with Medicare and Medicaid including concerns over increasing Medicare's age of eligibility, chained CPI, and cuts to Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed Affordable Care Medicaid expansion issues. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services. Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid expansion implementation, as included in the ACA (P.L. 111-140). Discussed Medicaid including concerns over cuts to Medicaid flexibility and Medicaid structural reforms to. (no bill) Discussed implementation of the Affordable Care Act, its provisions and H.R. 95 to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Act, 2015 - Lobbied to protect employment, health and human services and energy assistance programs for seniors, disabled and low income assistance. (no bill) Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including questions related to the use of premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid. (no bill) H.R. 1263, Excellence in Mental Health Act - Discussed the bill for eventual endorsement. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to use premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services. Discussed perspectives on proposed ideas for legislation to address health disparities with HHS and CMS officials. Discussed H.R. 3717, the Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to use premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services. Discussed Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) Discussed the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. (no bill) H.R. 2835/S. 1647, Restoring Access to Medication Act of 2013 - Urged co-sponsorship of these bills. Discussed hospital readmissions. (no bill) Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to use premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid. Discussed Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) H. R. 3850 - Discussed Older Americans Act reauthorization legislation. H.R. 5183, Better Care Act - Discussed legislation with staff regarding the bill. H.R. 5232, Notice of Observation Treatment & Implication for Care Eligibility (Notice Act) - Discussed legislation with staff. Discussed oral health and older adulsts. (no bill)

H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation.H.R. 83, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriation, 2015 - Lobbied to protect funding for consumer protection, Census programs, ACA implementation/subsidy, USDA nutrition, FDA drug processing, employment, health and human services, home energy assistance programs for seniors, disabled and low income Americans. Discussed the impact of Deficit reduction proposals and sequestration on Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security and on vital health, social, housing and transportation programs. (no bill) Discussed S. 1351, the INFORM Act. Sent letter to Congress to urge that the House and Senate take steps to avoid default on our national debt and avoid risking benefits for current Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries. (no bill) Sent letter to President Obama to urge that he take steps with Congress to avoid default on our national debt and avoid risking benefits for current Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries. (no bill) Sent letter to Budget Conference Committee chairs urging they reject harmful cuts to Social Security and Medicare benefits for the purpose of achieving deficit reduction or as a tradeoff for scheduled sequestration cuts or other government spending. (no bill) Lobbied to prevent the inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid cuts for the purpose of achieving deficit reduction, a budget agreement, or as a tradeoff for scheduled sequestration cuts or other government spending. Met with Administration officials regarding Social Security and the FY 2015 and FY 2016 budget. H.J.Res. 124 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for various programs serving seniors from disproportionate reduction under continuing resolution. Discussed Medicare, Medicaid, Older Americans Act and other items regarding FY 2016 federal budget proposals.

Discussed increasing senior representation in CDC studies and supported public participation in samples.Lobbied against inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid legislation affecting benefit levels or service delivery in any budget deal, and urged congress to not reduce spending levels below current services levels for various non-security discretionary programs, including Health Care (including Rx, medical research and premium support), Social Security (administrative expenses), Older Americans Act Supportive Service, Nutrition and Caregiver programs and, Low Income Home Energy Assistance. Discussed Social Security Administration's Representative Payee program's current and future challenges. (no bill) Discussed implementation of Windsor decision at the Social Security Administration with Congressional staff. H.R. 3695 - To provide a temporary extension of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 and amendments made by that Act, as previously extended and amended and with certain additional modifications and exceptions, to suspend permanent price support authorities, and for other purposes. H.R. 2642 - Oppose farm bill that authorizes only farm programs for five years and severs nutrition programs. S. 954, Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2013 - Support Senate Authorization of Farm Bill despite concerns about SNAP cuts. H.R. 3102, Nutrition Reform and Work Opportunity Act of 2013 - Oppose House Nutrition only bill to reauthorize USDA nutrition programs for only three years with cuts and apart from the Farm Bill. Discussed events related to the government shut down.

Discussed importance of potential savings both to consumers and to the federal government of granting Secretarial Negotiating Authority to Secretary of HHS on Medicare Part D. (no bill)Discussed legislative intent with respect to biologic drugs and the exclusivity period; and discussed importance of potential savings to the health care system generally. (no bill) Discussed need for greater consumer safety protections both in OTC and prescription drugs. (no bill) Discussed need for doctors to get unbiased information on prescription pharmaceuticals through programs like academic detailing. (no bill) Discussed possible savings and better health care outcomes that could result from Medication Therapy Management. (no bill) Pub. Law 111-148 and 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care legislation to reform the health care system to provide quality healthcare, expand access to long-term services and supports, and reduced prescription drug costs. Discussed greater affordability of generic versions of both generic and biologic drugs. S. 319, Pharmaceutical Market Access and Drug Safety Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation that establishes a framework for the safe, legal importation of lower-priced prescription drugs from abroad. S. 1206, Medicare Drug Savings Act of 2011 - Discussed rebates in Medicare Part D as a cost savings measure in Medicare that does not harm beneficiaries. H. R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied on legislation to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. S. 27, Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act of 2011- Lobbied for this legislation preventing abuses in patent settlements between generic and brand name prescription drug companies. S. 1886/H.R. 3468 of 2011- Discussed counterfeit drug penalty enhancement. Discussed prescription drug safety, drug shortage, and medical device safety, and related user fee legislation. S. 2193 of 2012, the Ensuring Safe Medical Devices for Patients Act - Discussed legislation to include devices in the post-market risk identification and analysis system for prescription drugs and to expedite the implementation of the unique device identification system for medical devices. Discussed draft legislation to address the issue of whether generic drug manufacturers have a duty to include new warnings about potentially serious side effects on their labels as they become known by giving generic drug makers the same ability to update their labeling as manufacturers of brand name drugs. (no bill) S.3187, Food and Drug Administration safety and Innovation Act - FDA user fee agreement legislation focusing on the review process for prescription drugs and medical devices, prescription drug safety, drug shortages, medical device safety and access to generic drugs. S.3212, Cody Miller Initiative for Safer Prescriptions Act - To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to promulgate regulations regarding the authorship, content, format, and dissemination of Patient Medication information. Discussed pay-for-delay agreements as tactic by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market, and the Fair and Immediate Release of Generics Drugs Act that would address the underlying issue of "parked exclusivities" in the Hatch-Waxman Act (S.1882). Discussed the issue of biosimilar drug naming and how biosimilars should use a common International Non-proprietary name as reference originator biologic products. (no bill) S. 504, the Fair and Immediate Release of Generic Drugs Act/S.214, the Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Discussed the Patient Safety and Generic Labeling Improvement Act. (no bill) H.R. 83, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations, 2015 - Lobbied to protect and enhance funding levels for FDA to enable it to effectively manage it's food safety and medical product programs. H.J. Res. 124, Continuing Appropriations Resolutions, 2015 - Lobbied to protect senior housing and nutrition programs, and FDA programs from disproportionate reduction under the bill.Discussed Unique Device Identification (UDI) issues including proposed rules and implementation. (no bill) Discussed oversight of laboratory genetic testing. (no bill) Discussed AARP's concerns with prescription drug costs. (no bill) S.117, Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act - Discussed bill that allows medicare to negotiate medicare prescription drug prices with drug companies. Discussed the exclusivity period for biologic drugs. (no bill) Discussed the Patient Safety and Generic Labeling Improvement Act. (no bill) Discussed biologic drug issues including implementation of the new approval pathway for biosimilar drugs. (no bill) Discussed the importance of potential savings to both consumers and the federal government of granting Secretarial negotiating authority to the HHS Secretary under Medicare Part D. (no bill) S. 504, the Fair and Immediate Release of Generics Drugs Act/S. 214, the Preserve Access to Affordable Generics - Discussed legislation to address pay-for-delay agreements used by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market. Discussed the exclusivity period ofr biologic drugs. (no bill) Discussed the Food and Drug Administration proposed rule to enable generic drug makers to independently update their drug labeling. (no bill) Discussed biologic drug issues including implementation of the new approval pathway for biosimilar drugs. (no bill) S. 1720/S.2049/S.866, - Discussed patent reform legislation and related provisions. Discussed the importance of potential savings to both consumers and the federal government of granting Secretarial negotiating authority to the HHS Secretary under Medicare Part D. (no bill) Discussed legislation to address pay-for-delay agreements used by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market (the Fair and Immediate Release of Generic Drugs Act (S. 504) and (the Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act) (S.214). Discussed the Food and Drug Administration proposed rule to enable generic drug makers to independently update their drug labeling. (no bill) Discussed other prescription drug issues and potential legislation on drug importation and "least costly alternative" payment for Part B durgs. (no bill) S.504/S.214 - Discussed legislation to address pay-for-delay agreements used by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market (the Fair and Immediate Release of Generics Drugs Act) and the Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act. Discussed the Food and Drug Administration proposed rule to enable generic drug makers to independently update their drug labeling. (no bill) Discussed biologic drug issues including implementation of the new approval pathway for biosimilar drugs. (no bill) S.1720/S.2040/S.866 - Discussed patent reform legislation and related provisions. Discussed other prescription drug issues and potential legislation on drug importation and "least costly alternative" payment for Part B drugs. (no bill) Discussed the need to data transparency on prescription drug research and development costs and drug prices, and enhanced data reporting on coverage determinations, exception, and redeterminations under Part D appeals process. (no bill) Discussed the House Energy and Commerce Committee 21st Century Cures Initiative focused on drug and medical device innovation issues. (no bill)

H.R. 2468, Safe Streets Act of 2013 - Discussed Complete Streets which is now Safe Streets Act of 2013. Drafted policy statement presented to Presidential Commission on Election Administration. (no bill)H.R. 2403, Opposing requiring additional info of voter registrants under NVRA. H.R. 2409, Opposing unnecessary citizenship documentation of registrants. H.J. Res. 44, Supporting the right to vote amendment. H.R. 2852/S.1391, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Urged support for this bill to restore legal standards on employment discrimination. H.R. 1994, Election Assistance Commission Termination - Oppose conduct of Elections bills that would terminate the Election Assistance Commission. H. R. 3688, Ex-Offender Voter Registration Act of 2013 - Monitor and provide feedback on Felon Voting Rights that would direct Federal Bureau of Prisons to provide voter registration cards to Federal prisoners upon prison release. Discussed pending voting rights legislation with DOJ officials. H.R. 3899/S. 1945, the Voting Rights Act Amendments of 2014 - Sent letter of endorsement. Employer-sponsored wellness programs - met with EEOC about civil rights implications of these programs. Age Discrimination - Met with EEOC about enforcement of ADEA. (no bill) Disability Rights - Filed comments with EEOC regarding Federal Government's role as model employer of persons with disabilities.

S. 2037, Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act and various proposals (113th Congress). S. 462, Elder Abuse Victims Act of 2011 - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect.S. 1028, OAA Amendments of 2013 - Discussed various reauthorization amendments. H.R. 3850, OAA Reauthorization Act of 2014 - Discussed support for passage of a simple bill. S. 1562, OAA Reauthorization Act of 2014 - Discussed urging introduction and passage of a simple bill. H.R. 4122, OAA Reauthorization Act of 2014 - Discussed urging introduction and passage of a simple bill. H.R.2883/S. 1542 (112th Congress), Child and Family Services Improvement and Innovation Act - Discussed provisions supporting grandparents raising grandkids. S. 465, Senior Financial Empowerment Act of 2011 - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect. S. 464, Elder Abuse in Later Life Act of 2011 - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect. S.2077/H.R. 866, Elder Abuse Prevention Act (112th Congress) - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect. S. 1263/H.R. 112, Silver Alert Act - Discussed elder abuse issues of 2011. S. 2037, Older Americans Act Amendments of 2012 - Discussed legislation. S. 1744, Guardian Accountability and Senior Protection Act - Supported legislation (112th Congress). H.R. 4945, Improving Care for Vulnerable Older Citizens through Workforce Advancement Act of 2014 - Discussed legislation. S.3358, Responding to urgent needs of survivors of the Holocaust Act - Discussed the improvement of services under OAA. Discussed legislation on Guardianship and Elder Abuse Prevention. (no bill) Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations, 2015 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for Older Americans Act programs. (no bill) S. 1028, OAA Reauthorization - Advocated adoption of a simple OAA reauthorization bill. Discussed House OAA Reauthorization by advocating adoption of simple OAA reauthorization bill. (no bill) S. 975, Court Appointed Guardian Accountability Act - Discussed necessary changes to bill. Discussed Seniors Fraud Protection Act (H.R. 1953/S. 1358) and Elder Protection and Abuse Prevention Act (S. 1019) and health care scams. Discussed support of compromise Senate OAA requthorization bill by HELP Committee Leadership. (no bill) Discussed support of S. 1358, Seniors Fraud Prevention Act of 2013. AARP promotes similar simple OAA Reauthorization in House. (no bill) Discussed OAA Reauthorization proposals with AOA officials. Discussed possible family caregiving legislation. S. 1562, Senate Older Americans Act reauthorization bill - Discussed moving the bill to the floor for a vote with Senate staff. Discussed speaking to constituents regarding the Older Americans Act and other issues. H.R. 5888/S. 2842 - Discussed the National Care Corps Act of 2014 and the Caregivers Corps Act of 2014. Discussed White House Conference on Aging. (no bill) S. 2866/H.R.5633 - The In-Home CARE Act Act -Discussed In-Home Caregiver Assessment Resources and Education Care Act to provide feedback and share our support for the bill. H.R. 83, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations, 2015 - Lobbied to protect OAA programs. Discussed family caregiving and helping older adults live independently, including villages. (no bill) Discussed family caregiving, helping people live independently, aging in lace, Medicaid, and long-term services and supports. (no bill)H.R.5515, Elder Justice Act Reauthorization - No endorsement given; continued discussions addressing abuse, neglect and protective services. H.R.861, Elder Abuse Victims Act-No endorsement. S. 1019, Elder Protection & Abuse Prevention Act - Discussed no endorsement at this time. S.1940, Recruiting Individuals to Drive Our Elders Act - No endorsement. H.R. 5287, IRS Code Amendment to provide tax credit for household and elder services necessary to seek employment, no endorsement. H. R. 1179, Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act - Discussed legislation with staff. H.R. 2852/S.1391, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Discussed legislation with staff. Discussed legislation for Multi-Employer Pension Plans with staff. (no bill) H. R.83, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act of FY 2015 - Discussed legislation with staff. S. 2962, Medical Expense Deduction Act - Discussed bill with staff.

H.R. 2468, Safe Streets Act of 2013 - Discussed Complete Streets which is now Safe Streets Act of 2013. Drafted policy statement presented to Presidential Commission on Election Administration. (no bill)H.R. 2403, Opposing requiring additional info of voter registrants under NVRA. H.R. 2409, Opposing unnecessary citizenship documentation of registrants. H.J. Res. 44, Supporting the right to vote amendment. H.R. 2852/S.1391, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Urged support for this bill to restore legal standards on employment discrimination. H.R. 1994, Election Assistance Commission Termination - Oppose conduct of Elections bills that would terminate the Election Assistance Commission. H. R. 3688, Ex-Offender Voter Registration Act of 2013 - Monitor and provide feedback on Felon Voting Rights that would direct Federal Bureau of Prisons to provide voter registration cards to Federal prisoners upon prison release. Discussed pending voting rights legislation with DOJ officials. H.R. 3899/S. 1945, the Voting Rights Act Amendments of 2014 - Sent letter of endorsement. Employer-sponsored wellness programs - met with EEOC about civil rights implications of these programs. Age Discrimination - Met with EEOC about enforcement of ADEA. (no bill) Disability Rights - Filed comments with EEOC regarding Federal Government's role as model employer of persons with disabilities.

H.R.38/S.448, Senior's Tax Simplification Act, to the existing description of H.R. 1058 in Tax Section - Submitted letter of support to Senate original co-sponsors in May.S. 3680, the 2013 Making Working Pay Credit Act - Discussed introduction of the legislation and review the bill (113th Congress). H.R. 38/S. 448, Seniors Tax Simplification Act - Discussed support of the bill and urged cosponsorship. Corresponded with members of Congress regarding priorities for health care and retirement in tax reform. Met with multiple Congressional staff regarding priorities for retirement in tax reform. (no bill) Discussed views on tax reform to hill staff. (no bill) H.R. 3894, Senior Citizens Tax Elimination Act - Worked to prepare AARP member communications on bill. H. R. 5016, Financial Services and general Government Appropriations bill, 2015 - Lobbied to enhance funding for taxpayer assistance programs. H.R. 38/S.448, Seniors Tax Simplication Act - Discussed legislation with staff.

S.452, Medicare Diabetes Prevention Act - Discussed bill with Senate. Discussed draft language on senior mental health with Senate HELP Committee staff. (no bill) Discussed Medicare Reform (no bill) Discussed Age Rating in the ACA and rate shock. (no bill)Labor, HHS Appropriations bill, 2015-Lobbied on preserving funding for the ACA; defended meaningful use of the ACA. (no bill) Discussed need to increase health information technology quality measurements and access to qualified systems. (no bill) H.R. 1099, To repeal the Prevention and Public Health Fund - Lobbied against the repeal of the Prevention and Public Health Trust Fund, an important component in state and community efforts to prevent illness and promote health. Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed Accountable Care Organization and Medical Shared savings. (no bill) Discussed Rate Review. (no bill) Discussed Internal Appeals and External Review Process. (no bill) Discussed Medicare reimbursement issues. Lobbied in support of Medicare physician payment reform. Discussed legislation to make prescription drugs more affordable to older Americans. S. 1416/H.R. 2645 (112th Congress), Medigap Medical Loss Ratio Improvement Act of 2011. Discussed coverage for screening depression and screening and counseling for alcohol misuse. (no bill) Discussed consumer operated and oriented plan programs. (no bill) Discussed standards related to risk adjustment, reinsurance, and risk mitigation as they relate to exchanges. (no bill) H.R.2077, MLR Repeal Act of 2011 - Expressed opposition to the elimination of provision in the Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148)Discussed opposition to draft legislation regarding the elimination of grandfathered status. (no bill) Discussed association health plans with DOL, HHS and DOT. (no bill) Discussed quality and care coordination with HHS. (no bill) Discussed Essential Health Benefits with HHS. (no bill) Discussed employer affordability safe harbor. (no bill) Discussed health insurance exchanges - eligibility, enrollment, premium tax credits. (no bill) Discussed Basic Health Plans. (no bill) Discussed Medigap reform. (no bill) Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed role of grandfathered plans. (no bill) Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act and other amendments to the OAA. (no bill) Discussed dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed S.1119, Positive Aging Act of 2013. H.R. 2641, Farm Program bill-Discussed the severed nutrition programs from Farm Bill. S. 562, Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act - Discussed the bill for eventual endorsement. Discussed need to suport family caregivers and long-term services and supports. (no bill) Discussed repeal of medical device tax. (no bill) Discussed proposed regulation relating to Medicaid expansion coverage and minimum essential coverage. (no bill) Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to use premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) H.R.3850/S. 1562, Discussed Older Americans Act reauthorization legislation. H.R.3662, the Mental Health Access Improvement Act - Sent letter of endorsement. H.R.4879, the Research for All Act - Sent letter of endorsement. S.2348, the Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act - Sent letter of endorsement. Discussed legislation to address health disparities. (no bill) H.R.5294 - Discussed Health Equity & Accountability Act of 2014; no endorsement due to budget implications. H.J. Res. 124, Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2015 - Lobbied to protect various healthcare programs serving seniors from disproportionate reduction under Continuing Resolution.Discussed FTC participation in state scope of practice issues. Also sent follow-up items for their review. (no bill) Discussed Social Security programs. (no bill) Lobbied against cuts to the health care prevention fund. (no bill) Discussed deficit reduction issues dealing with Medicare and Medicaid including concerns over increasing Medicare's age of eligibility, chained CPI, and cuts to Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed Affordable Care Medicaid expansion issues. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services. Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid expansion implementation, as included in the ACA (P.L. 111-140). Discussed Medicaid including concerns over cuts to Medicaid flexibility and Medicaid structural reforms to. (no bill) Discussed implementation of the Affordable Care Act, its provisions and H.R. 95 to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Act, 2015 - Lobbied to protect employment, health and human services and energy assistance programs for seniors, disabled and low income assistance. (no bill) Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including questions related to the use of premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid. (no bill) H.R. 1263, Excellence in Mental Health Act - Discussed the bill for eventual endorsement. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to use premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services. Discussed perspectives on proposed ideas for legislation to address health disparities with HHS and CMS officials. Discussed H.R. 3717, the Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to use premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services. Discussed Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) Discussed the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. (no bill) H.R. 2835/S. 1647, Restoring Access to Medication Act of 2013 - Urged co-sponsorship of these bills. Discussed hospital readmissions. (no bill) Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to use premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid. Discussed Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) H. R. 3850 - Discussed Older Americans Act reauthorization legislation. H.R. 5183, Better Care Act - Discussed legislation with staff regarding the bill. H.R. 5232, Notice of Observation Treatment & Implication for Care Eligibility (Notice Act) - Discussed legislation with staff.

Discussed importance of potential savings both to consumers and to the federal government of granting Secretarial Negotiating Authority to Secretary of HHS on Medicare Part D. (no bill)Discussed legislative intent with respect to biologic drugs and the exclusivity period; and discussed importance of potential savings to the health care system generally. (no bill) Discussed need for greater consumer safety protections both in OTC and prescription drugs. (no bill) Discussed need for doctors to get unbiased information on prescription pharmaceuticals through programs like academic detailing. (no bill) Discussed possible savings and better health care outcomes that could result from Medication Therapy Management. (no bill) Pub. Law 111-148 and 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care legislation to reform the health care system to provide quality healthcare, expand access to long-term services and supports, and reduced prescription drug costs. Discussed greater affordability of generic versions of both generic and biologic drugs. S. 319, Pharmaceutical Market Access and Drug Safety Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation that establishes a framework for the safe, legal importation of lower-priced prescription drugs from abroad. S. 1206, Medicare Drug Savings Act of 2011 - Discussed rebates in Medicare Part D as a cost savings measure in Medicare that does not harm beneficiaries. H. R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied on legislation to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. S. 27, Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act of 2011- Lobbied for this legislation preventing abuses in patent settlements between generic and brand name prescription drug companies. S. 1886/H.R. 3468 of 2011- Discussed counterfeit drug penalty enhancement. Discussed prescription drug safety, drug shortage, and medical device safety, and related user fee legislation. S. 2193 of 2012, the Ensuring Safe Medical Devices for Patients Act - Discussed legislation to include devices in the post-market risk identification and analysis system for prescription drugs and to expedite the implementation of the unique device identification system for medical devices. Discussed draft legislation to address the issue of whether generic drug manufacturers have a duty to include new warnings about potentially serious side effects on their labels as they become known by giving generic drug makers the same ability to update their labeling as manufacturers of brand name drugs. (no bill) S.3187, Food and Drug Administration safety and Innovation Act - FDA user fee agreement legislation focusing on the review process for prescription drugs and medical devices, prescription drug safety, drug shortages, medical device safety and access to generic drugs. S.3212, Cody Miller Initiative for Safer Prescriptions Act - To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to promulgate regulations regarding the authorship, content, format, and dissemination of Patient Medication information. Discussed pay-for-delay agreements as tactic by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market, and the Fair and Immediate Release of Generics Drugs Act that would address the underlying issue of "parked exclusivities" in the Hatch-Waxman Act (S.1882). Discussed the issue of biosimilar drug naming and how biosimilars should use a common International Non-proprietary name as reference originator biologic products. (no bill) S. 504, the Fair and Immediate Release of Generic Drugs Act/S.214, the Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Discussed the Patient Safety and Generic Labeling Improvement Act. (no bill) H.R. 4800/S. 2389, Agriculture Appropriations bill, 2015 - Lobbied to protect and enhance funding levels for FDA to enable it to effectively manage it's food safety and medical product programs. H.J. Res. 124, Continuing Appropriations Resolutions, 2015 - Lobbied to protect senior housing and nutrition programs, and FDA programs from disproportionate reduction under the bill.Discussed Unique Device Identification (UDI) issues including proposed rules and implementation. (no bill) Discussed oversight of laboratory genetic testing. (no bill) Discussed AARP's concerns with prescription drug costs. (no bill) S.117, Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act - Discussed bill that allows medicare to negotiate medicare prescription drug prices with drug companies. S.504/S.214, The Fair and Immediate Release of Generics Drugs Act/Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Discussed legislation to address pay-for-delay agreements used by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market. Discussed the exclusivity period for biologic drugs. (no bill) Discussed the Patient Safety and Generic Labeling Improvement Act. (no bill) Discussed biologic drug issues including implementation of the new approval pathway for biosimilar drugs. (no bill) Discussed the importance of potential savings to both consumers and the federal government of granting Secretarial negotiating authority to the HHS Secretary under Medicare Part D. (no bill) S. 504, the Fair and Immediate Release of Generics Drugs Act/S. 214, the Preserve Access to Affordable Generics - Discussed legislation to address pay-for-delay agreements used by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market. Discussed the exclusivity period ofr biologic drugs. (no bill) Discussed the Food and Drug Administration proposed rule to enable generic drug makers to independently update their drug labeling. (no bill) Discussed biologic drug issues including implementation of the new approval pathway for biosimilar drugs. (no bill) S. 1720/S.2049/S.866, - Discussed patent reform legislation and related provisions. Discussed the importance of potential savings to both consumers and the federal government of granting Secretarial negotiating authority to the HHS Secretary under Medicare Part D. (no bill) Discussed legislation to address pay-for-delay agreements used by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market (the Fair and Immediate Release of Generic Drugs Act (S. 504) and (the Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act) (S.214). Discussed the exclusivity period for biologic drugs. (no bill) Discussed the Food and Drug Administration proposed rule to enable generic drug makers to independently update their drug labeling. (no bill) Discussed biologic drug issues including implementation of the new approval pathway for biosimilar drugs. (no bill) S. 1720/S. 2049/S.866 - Discussed patent reform legislation and related provisions. Discussed other prescription drug issues and potential legislation on drug importation and "least costly alternative" payment for Part B durgs. (no bill) Discussed the importance of potential savings to both consumers and the federal government of granting Secretarial negotiating authority to the HHS Secretary under Medicare Part D. (no bill) S.504/S.214 - Discussed legislation to address pay-for-delay agreements used by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market (the Fair and Immediate Release of Generics Drugs Act) and the Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act. Discussed the exclusivity period for biologic drugs. (no bill) Discussed the Food and Drug Administration proposed rule to enable generic drug makers to independently update their drug labeling. (no bill) Discussed biologic drug issues including implementation of the new approval pathway for biosimilar drugs. (no bill) S.1720/S.2040/S.866 - Discussed patent reform legislation and related provisions. Discussed other prescription drug issues and potential legislation on drug importation and "least costly alternative" payment for Part B drugs. (no bill) Discussed the need to data transparency on prescription drug research and development costs and drug prices, and enhanced data reporting on coverage determinations, exception, and redeterminations under Part D appeals process. (no bill) Discussed the House Energy and Commerce Committee 21st Century Cures Initiative focused on drug and medical device innovation issues. (no bill)

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill) Discussed with lawmakers & the Administration to keep Social Security separate from all budget negotiations/deficit reduction measures and opposed proposals for a "Chained CPI"Discussed the Department of Labor's intent to propose new fiduciary duty regulation with Congressional staff. Discussed possible proposals to improve pension rights for participants and reform proposals to improve pension coverage and adequacy. ( no bill) Briefed Congress on AARP's "You've Earned A Say"- A national conversation on the future of Social Security and Medicare with AARP members and all Americans. Lobbied against cuts to Social Security benefits via the adoption of chained CPI to calculate annual cost of living adjustments for Social Security and Veterans benefits, among others. (no bill) S.500, the Keeping Our Social Security Promise Act - Discussed legislation to apply payroll taxes to employment and self-employment taxes to remuneration up to the contribution and benefit base and to remuneration in excess of $250,000. S. 308, the Protecting and Preserving Social Security Act - Discussed legislation to implement the CPI-E for annual Social Security COLA's and to eliminate the cap on maximum taxable wages under Social Security. S.567, the Strengthening Social Security Act - Discussed legislation to implement the CPI-E for annual Social Security COLA's and to eliminate the cap on maximum taxable wages under Social Security. Discussed current and future challenges of Social Security's Representative Payee program. (no bill) Discussed pending DOL regulations of summary documents for 401(k) fee disclosure. (no bill) ERISA fiduciary protections to safeguard the savings of worker investments in retirement accounts. H. R. 1601, the SSI Restoration Act - Signed on to Leadership Council of Aging Organization's (LCAO) endorsement letter on legislation to update aspects of the Supplemental Security Income Program. Lobbied to prevent the inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid benefit cuts in any package pertaining to the continuing resolution or the debt ceiling. Discussed retirement bills in draft with multiple staffers. (no bill) Discussed legislation to improve SSA administrative services. (no bill) Discussed proposals to protect multi-employer pensions. (no bill) Letter to Congress and White House staff on the need to update definition of "fiduciary" under ERISA. (no bill) Discussed spousal pension protections. (no bill)H.R. 2229, the Safeguarding Social Security Numbers Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation with Hill staff to establish a universal standard for the truncation of Social Security Numbers to prevent identity theft and fraud. H.R. 2171/S. 1145, the Lifetime Income Disclosure Act - Support for bipartisan legislation to express on annual 401(k) benefit statements the approximate annuity value of the lump sum value of the account. Discussed potential AARP comments to the Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration's Announcement of Proposed Rulemaking on lifetime income illustrations given to participants in defined contribution pension plans, such as 401(k) and 403(b) plans. (no bill) Discussed with officials from DOL Employee Benefits Security Administration the planned re-proposal of regulations to update the definition of a fiduciary for ERISA covered pension plans. (no bill) H.R. 2374, the Retail Investor Protection Act - Expressed opposition to H.R. 2374 to delay the DOL's planned re-proposal of regulations to update the definition of a fiduciary for ERISA covered pension plans until 60 days after the potential release of similar regulations by the Securities and Exchange Commission. H.R. 2154, the CPI for Seniors Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation to implement a Consumer Price Index for Seniors for calculating annual Social Security cost of living adjustments. Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security benefit cuts and protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs in any Deficit Reduction proposals and from enhanced redutions under sequestration. (no bill) H.R. 2374, Labor, HHS and Related Agencies Appropriations bill 2015 - Letter and lobbying in opposition to this bill that would delay or prevent a DOL proposed rulemaking on Fiduciary Duty. Conducted briefings in both House and Senate. Met with DOL officials to urge reissuance of a proposed rule to update fiduciary duty as it applies to ERISA. (no bill) Sent letter to Congress to urge the House and Senate to take steps to avoid default on our national debt and avoid risking benefits for current Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries. (no bill) Sent letter to White House to urging the President to take steps with Congress to avoid default on our national debt and avoid risking benefits for current Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries. (no bill) Lobbied to prevent the inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid cuts for the purpose of achieving deficit reduction, a budget agreement, or as a tradeoff for scheduled sequestration cuts or other government spending. (no bill) Submitted testimony to Finance Committee for hearing on December 18th on Social Security. Discussed draft Social Security legislation with several Congressional staffers. (no bill) S. 1979, the USA Retirement Funds Act - Lobbied for additional protections to ensure older workers and retirees pension benefits are fully protected. S. 1970, the Retirement Security Act - Lobbied for additional protections for lower income and other workers to ensure that promised benefits are equitably provided. S. 2089, the SSI Restoration Act - AARP considered the need to update and index SSI benefits for inflation. S. 1270, Retirement Security Act - Sent letter of support. Met with Department of Treasury on pending retirement initiatives. Met with NEC staff on retirement issues. Met with DOL on retirement issues. Met with Administration staff to discuss issuance of proposed rules on Fiduciary duty. Multi-employer Pension Reform - Discussed concerns regarding reform proposals that cut retiree benefits; met with PBGC. (no bill) Letter to SEC demonstrating the harm from maintaining the suitability standard as opposed to imposing a fiduciary duty on broker/dealers to investors. (no bill) Discussed the need for fiduciary duty and user fees to fund the examination of registered investment advisors. (no bill) Letter to SEC in support of efforts to improve marketing and advertising of target date funds.Sent letter to the Chair and Ranking Member of the Senate Finance Committee in support of rebalancing funding to ensure timely payment of SSDI benefits. S. 2742, Social Security Access Act of 2014 - Sent a letter of support. H.R. 5260, Stop Disability Fraud Act of 2014 - Discussed SSDI legislation. Discussed women's pension protection. Discussed problems related to the "de-risking" of defined benefit pension plans. Submitted comments to the Department of Labor and related agencies on retirement topics including lifetime income and target date retirement funds.

Pub.Law 111-148 & 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care law that would reform the health care system to provide affordable quality health care, reduce drug costs and expand access to long-term services and supports. Discussed how to implement Medicaid provisions of Affordable Care Act. (PL. 111-148)S. 374, Medicare Mental Health Inpatient Equity Act - Lobbied in support of this legislation to eliminate the 190-day lifetime limit on Medicare coverage for in-patient psychiatric hospital services (112th). Discussed improving access to care for underserved population. (no bill) Discussed importance of maintaining low income subsididies and supports in Medicare. (no bill) Discussed the importance of coordinating services for those who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid in order to ensure that beneficiaries receive all needed benefits but there is no duplication. (no bill) Discussed whether, and under what circumstances, managed care could effectively be used to provide benefits to dual eligible beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed additional methods for fighting fraud and waste in Health Care. (no bill) Discussed Medigap and need for guaranteed issue for all populations and need to increase medical loss ratio. Discussed durable medical equipment bidding. (no bill) Lobbied for legislation to provide Medicare beneficiaries with additional opportunities to enroll in Medicare Part B.(no bill) Lobbied against the use of the Social Security account number on Government-issued identification cards issued in connection with Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP benefits and for other purposes. (no bill) Discussed support to curb waste and fraud from the Medicare and Medicaid programs. (no bill) H.R. 3630, Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 - Discussed the legislation as it pertained to SGR. Discussed Medicare Reform. (no bill) H.R. 2305/S. 1123, PRIME ACT (Preventing and Reducing Improper Medicare Expenditures) - Discussed support for bill and urged cosponsorship. Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs. (no bill) H.R. 1588/S. 740, Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed the Medicare Drug Savings Act to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income befeficiaries. (no bill) Discussed proposals that would establish per-capita caps under Medicaid as well as other Medicaid financing proposals including block grants and changes to the current FMAP structure. (no bill) H.R. 1717 - Discussed Medicare DMEPOS Market Pricing Program Act. Discussed implementation of regulations regarding minimum wage and overtime for home care workers and consumer-directed care. (no bill) Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes. (no bill) H. R. 1588/S.740 - Discussed the Medicare Drug Savings Act to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. H.R.3830/S.1900 - Discussed pending U.S. trade agreement negotiations and trade promotional or "fast track" authority legislation and their potential impact on Medicare and Medicaid prescription drug programs. S. 2461 - Discussed Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) extension and CHIP Extension Act of 2014. Discussed Part D Payment for Drugs for Beneficiaries Enrolled in Hospice - Final 2014 CMS Guidance. H.R.5294, Health Equity & Accountability Act of 2014 - Addresses health care disparities; no endorsement due to budget impact. Medicare Advantage- Answered questions from some Hill offices. (no bill) Medicare Supplemental Insurance - Stated opposition to the elimination of first dollar coverage. (no bill)Discussed Medicare Graduate Nursing Education pilot design. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Affordability. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Shortages. (no bill) H.R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. H.R. 2576 - Discussion to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the calculation of modified adjusted gross income for purposes of determining eligibility for certain healthcare-related programs. Discussed opposition to caps on dual eligibles; discussed managed care and dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed with CMS demonstration programs for dual eligibles and process related to the demonstrations, as well as other work of the Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office, discussed consumer choice and continuity of care in Medicaid managed long-term services and supports programs, discussed focus groups on dual eligibles. Discussed Hospital & Critical Access Hospitals Conditions of Participation proposed regulations; requested that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians assistants be allowed the full scope of services in hospital admitting and visiting privileges. (no bill) Discussed Hospital Outpatient Therapeutic Services Final Rule underscoring that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians should be allowed to supervise such outpatient service clinics without physician oversight as long as in line with state scope of practice laws. (no bill) Discussed health disparities. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare/Medicaid "dual eligibles" integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations; and other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) S. 3586, Recruiting Individuals to Drive Elders (RIDE) Act - Discussed Medicaid non-emergency transportation bill (112th). Discussed proposals that would establish per-capita caps under Medicaid as well as other Medicaid financing proposals including block grants and changes to the current FMAP structure. (no bill) Discussed extension of funding originally provided under the Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act (P.L. 110-275) to State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs), Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRICs), and Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) for Medicare outreach and enrollment counseling. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of cuts to beneficiaries in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of an increase in the age of eligibility in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the patch to the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed concerns of block granting Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed the Kansas managed long-term services and supports waiver proposals and related implementation issues. (no bill). H.R.928/S.408, the Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed requirement for drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed Health Disparities. (no bill) Discussed medicare demonstration project replacing standard medicare cards with Smart Card technology. (no bill) H.R. 574 - The Medicare Physician Payment Innovation Act of 2013. Discussed Medicaid expansion and estate recovery. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid and asset transfers. (no bill) H.R.4994/S. 2553, Improving Medicare Post-Acute Care Transformation Act of 2014 - Discussed the bill and AARP support for the bill. Shared our letter of support. S. 2491, Discussed Medicare Protection Act. Discussed concern about CMS guidance on prescription drugs for medicare beneficiaries receiving hospice and coordination between hospice providers and medicare Part D sponsors. (no bill) H.R. 1179/S.569 - Submitted statement for the record for Senate Aging Committee hearing on Observation Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act and Notice of Observation Treatment and Implication for Care Eligibility Act (H.R. 5232). Discussed aging in place, HCBS, family caregiving. (no bill)H.R. 1179/S.569, Improving Access to Medicare Act - Discussed support of Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act and urged cosponsorship and advancement of the bill. Discussed CMS information regarding healthcare marketplaces. H.R. 2305/S.1123, Preventing and Reducing Improper Medicare and Medicaid Expenditures Act. Bill reduces waste, fraud, and abuse in Medicare and Medicaid programs. Discussed Competitive bidding of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies. (no bill) Discussed repeal of Affordable Care Act provision making prescriptions necessary for over-the-counter drugs purchased with flexible spending accounts. (no bill) Discussed Medicare supplemental coverage. (no bill) Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug cost. (no bill) Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed Recruiting Individuals to Drive Our Elders Act (RIDE) would increase state flexibility by giving states the option to receive federal assistance to reimburse their volunteer drivers for no-load miles. (no bill) Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Act, 2015 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation.(no bill) Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income beneficiares. (no bill) Discussed pending U.S. trade agreement negotiations, including trade promotional or 'fast track' authority, and their potential impact on Medicare and Medicaid prescription drug programs. (no bill) Discussed fraud, Medicare home healthcare, ways to find savings in Medicare without harming Medicare beneficiaries (care coordination, prescription drugs, waste, fraud and abuse). Discussed You've Earned A Say, ways to find savings in medicare without harming medicare beneficiaries (care coordination, prescription drugs, waste, fraud and abuse). PL.111-148 - Discussed implementation of provision to require reporting of nursing home staffing data based on payroll data. Discussed the draft legislation on Medicare fraud and abuse. Protecting the Integrity of Medicare Act. (no bill) Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes. (no bill) H.R. 1588/S.740 - Discussed the Medicare Drug Savings Act to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. H.R. 3830/S. 1900 - Discussed pending U.S. trade agreement negotiations and trade promotional or "fast track" authority legislation and their potential impact on Medicare and Medicaid prescription drug programs. S. 2461 - Discussed Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Extension Act of 2014. Discussed Part D Payment for Drugs for Beneficiaries Enrolled in Hospice-Final 2014 CMS Guidance. Discussed the Protecting Integrity of Medicare Act. (no bill) H.R.5435, Home Infusion Site of Care Act - Sent letter of endorsement H.R. 5958 - Discussed the ACO Improvement Act. H.R. 5232 - Discussed and sent letter on the Notice of Observation Treatment and Implication for Care Eligibility Act. Met with Centers for Medicare and medicaid services to discuss three-day stay requirement for medicare skilled nursing coverage. H.J. Res. 124, Continuing Appropriations Resolution - Lobbied to protect funding levels for CMS program management under Continuing Resolution. Discussed coordination with hospice providers and Medicare Part D plans guidance for Medicare beneficiaries receiving hospice. (no bill) H.R. 1179/S. 569 - Discussed observation impace on Medicare beneficiaries, counting time in observation toward Medicare's three-day inpatient hospital stay requirement for Medicare skilled nursing facility coverage, and the Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act (CMS & MedPAC). Discussed caucus for military/veteran family caregivers and support for family caregivers. (no bill) Discussed draft working paper on impact of observation on Medicare beneficiary out of pocket. (no bill)Discussed District of Columbia EPD Medicaid HCBS waiver. (no bill) H.R. 5232 - Discussed legislation and shared letter of support for the Notice of Observation Treatment and Implication for Care Eligibility (NOTICE) Act of 2014. Discussed Medicare Advantage. (no bill) Discussed H.R. 3616, Protecting Seniors from Healthcare Fraud Act. Discussed observation care and "two-midnight rule". (no bill) H.R. 1070, the Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act - Discussed and sent letter of endorsement to bill. Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes. (no bill) H.R. 1588/S.740, Medicaid Drug Savings Act - Discussed the requirement for drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed pending U.S. Trade agreement negotiations, including trade promotional or "fast track" authority, and their potential impact on Medicare and Medicaid prescription drug programs. (no bill) H.R. 2810/S.1871/H.R. 4015/S.2110 - Discussed SGR repeal and health care extender provisions, including the Qualified Individual low-income Medicare beneficiary assistance program. H.R. 4418, The Expanding Availability of Medicare Data Act - Sent letter of endorsement. Discussed Medicare data and billing transparency. (no bill) Discussed socio-economic risk adjustment. (no bill) S. 2240 - Discussed Medicare Choices Empowerment and Protection Act. H.R. 3024 - Discussed the Medicare Common Access Card Act. H.R. 4673-Discussed the Bundling and Coordinating Post Acute Care (BACPAC) Act and shared views on post-acute care return. Discussed Medicare expansion. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid Labs Spousal Impoverishment provisions (PL. 111-198). S. 2361, Discussed Stop Schemes and cons against Medicare and seniors. Discussed transparency in healthcare. (no bill) Discussed LTSS Hill briefing series. (no bill) Met with CMS on observation status. (no bill) Submitted comment letter to CMS on the FY2015 Medicare Hospice proposed regulation. Shared comment letter with some Hill staff. H.R. 4994/S.2553 - Shared letter of support for Improving Medicare Post-Acute Care Transformation Act and discussed the status of the bill. Discussed long-term survey and supports Hill briefings. (no bill) Submitted comment letter to CMS on the FY 2015 Medicare Home Health proposed regulation. Shared draft working paper on impact of observation on Medicare beneficiary out of pocket cost. (no bill) Responded to inquiry on observation. (no bill)

Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations, 2015 - Lobbied to protect job training, and employee retiree benefits. (no bill) S. 1391/H.R. 2852, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Urged support for this bill to restore legal standards on employment discrimination.H.J. Res. 124, Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2015 - Lobbied to protect job training, equal employment and employee retiree benefits. S. 2532, Extension of Emergency Unemployment Insurance - Supported renewal of program and opposed using Social Security disability funds to pay for it. Discussed implementation of FLSA final regulation regarding minimum wage and overtime for home care workers. H.R. 803, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act - Supported passage of bill. Disability Rights - Filed comments with EEOC regarding federal goverment 's role as a model employer of persons with disabilities. Discussed implementation of regulations as home care worker wage protections with DOL.

Pub. Law 111-203, Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act - Discussed implementation of legislation. Responded to requests for comment with regard to Payday Lending, Mandatory Arbitration, "Larger Participants" (non-bank), and Bank Overdraft Fees.Lobbied against H.R. 3035 the "Mobile Informational Call Act" of 2011. Responded to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau request for comment on "Procedural Rules to Establish Supervisory Authority over Certain Nonbank Covered Persons Based on Risk Determination. Submitted comments to the CFPB on effective financial education, Docket No. CFPB 2012-0030. H.R. 5016, Financial Services and General Government Appropriations bill, 2015 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for SEC, CFIC and CFPB, enforcement of consumer protection laws and agencies. Letter from AARP and Americans Act for Financial Reform (AFR) to the House urging opposition to a package of bills that would weaken CFPB's structure and funding mechanism. S. 878/H.R. 1844, Arbitration Fairness Act - AARP went on record in support of the bills. Financial Services and General Government Appropriations bill, 2015 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for SEC, CFIC and CFPB, enforcement of consumer portection laws and agencies. H.R. 3193, Consumer Financial Freedom and Washington Accountability Act - Letter in opposition to bill to weaken the CFPB. Sent letter to CFPB to correct abusive debt collection practices, Docket 2013-0033, RIN 3170-AA41. H.R. 4436, Discussed Investing in Student Success Act. Discussed Fraud Watch Network. (no bill) Briefed House Financial Services staff on detrimental effects of mandatory pre-dispute arbitration clauses in contracts. (no bill) Briefed Senate financial services staff on bank fraud and the objectives of the Department of Justice's Operation Choke Point. (no bill) CFPB-2014-007-Responded to CFPB debt collection survey proposal. CFPB-2013-0033/RIN 3170-AA41 - Responded to CFPB AAPR on debt collection. CFPB-2014-0012-Responded to CFPB RFI on Mobil Financial Services. CFPB-2014-0016-Responded to CFPB request for comment on Disclosure of Consumer Complaint Narrative Data. H.J. Res. 124, Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2015 - Lobbied to protect funding for SEC, CFIC and CFPB consumer protection programs.

Discussion of transportation issues for the reauthorization of MAP-21. AARP interests include increasing funding for public transit and special needs para-transit services, promotion of older driver and pedestrian safety, expanding adoption of planning and design features to better accommodate all roadway users and strengthening connections between transportation and land use planning.Discussed legislation regarding roadway design and policy enhancements to promote safety for older drivers and pedestrians and increased access to specialized and public transportation for older adults. (no bill) S. 2004, The Safe Streets Act of 2014 - Discussed legislation to ensure that new or improved federally-funded roadways are planned, designed, operated, and maintained to safely accomodate all roadway users. H.R. 2468, The Safe Streets Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation to ensure that new or improved federally-funded roadways are planned, designed, operated, and maintained to safely accomodate all roadway users. Discussed the need to improve human services transportation coordination. H.R. 3547/H.J.R. 59/H.R. 2775, H.J.R. 106, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2015 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for senior housing and transportation programs, and related community development aid. H.R. 4507, the Pedestrian Fatalities Reduction Act - Sent a letter of support and discussed with Congressional staff members. S. 2284, the Pedestrian Safety Act - Sent a letter of support. Submitted a comment letter to the Department of Transportation regarding a proposed rule for Highway Safety Improvement Performance Management expressing the need for separate performance measures for non-motorized travel. H.R. 4745/S.2438, Transportation and HUD Appropriations bill, 2015 - Lobbied to protect housing and transportation programs serving seniors. H.J.Res. 124, Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2015 - Lobbied to protect housing and transportation programs from disproportionate reduction under the Continuing Resolution. H.R. 2468, Safe Streets Act of 2014 - Discussed legislation with staff. H. R. 4726, Innovation in Surface Transportation Act of 2014 - Sent letter of support. Discussed with Congressional staff.

Discussed increasing senior representation in CDC studies and supported public participation in samples.Lobbied against inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid legislation affecting benefit levels or service delivery in any budget deal, and urged congress to not reduce spending levels below current services levels for various non-security discretionary programs, including Health Care (including Rx, medical research and premium support), Social Security (administrative expenses), Older Americans Act Supportive Service, Nutrition and Caregiver programs and, Low Income Home Energy Assistance. Discussed Social Security Administration's Representative Payee program's current and future challenges. (no bill) Discussed implementation of Windsor decision at the Social Security Administration with Congressional staff. H.R. 3695 - To provide a temporary extension of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 and amendments made by that Act, as previously extended and amended and with certain additional modifications and exceptions, to suspend permanent price support authorities, and for other purposes. H.R. 2642 - Oppose farm bill that authorizes only farm programs for five years and severs nutrition programs. S. 954, Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2013 - Support Senate Authorization of Farm Bill despite concerns about SNAP cuts. H.R. 3102, Nutrition Reform and Work Opportunity Act of 2013 - Oppose House Nutrition only bill to reauthorize USDA nutrition programs for only three years with cuts and apart from the Farm Bill. Discussed events related to the government shut down.

S. 2037, Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act and various proposals (113th Congress). S. 462, Elder Abuse Victims Act of 2011 - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect.S. 1028, OAA Amendments of 2013 - Discussed various reauthorization amendments. H.R. 3850, OAA Reauthorization Act of 2014 - Discussed support for passage of a simple bill. S. 1562, OAA Reauthorization Act of 2014 - Discussed urging introduction and passage of a simple bill. H.R. 4122, OAA Reauthorization Act of 2014 - Discussed urging introduction and passage of a simple bill. H.R.2883/S. 1542 (112th Congress), Child and Family Services Improvement and Innovation Act - Discussed provisions supporting grandparents raising grandkids. S. 465, Senior Financial Empowerment Act of 2011 - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect. S. 464, Elder Abuse in Later Life Act of 2011 - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect. S.2077/H.R. 866, Elder Abuse Prevention Act (112th Congress) - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect. S. 1263/H.R. 112, Silver Alert Act - Discussed elder abuse issues of 2011. S. 2037, Older Americans Act Amendments of 2012 - Discussed legislation. S. 1744, Guardian Accountability and Senior Protection Act - Supported legislation (112th Congress). H.R. 4945, Improving Care for Vulnerable Older Citizens through Workforce Advancement Act of 2014 - Discussed legislation. S.3358, Responding to urgent needs of survivors of the Holocaust Act - Discussed the improvement of services under OAA. Discussed legislation on Guardianship and Elder Abuse Prevention. (no bill) Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations, 2015 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for Older Americans Act programs. (no bill) S. 1028, OAA Reauthorization - Advocated adoption of a simple OAA reauthorization bill. Discussed House OAA Reauthorization by advocating adoption of simple OAA reauthorization bill. (no bill) S. 975, Court Appointed Guardian Accountability Act - Discussed necessary changes to bill. Discussed Seniors Fraud Protection Act (H.R. 1953/S. 1358) and Elder Protection and Abuse Prevention Act (S. 1019) and health care scams. Discussed support of compromise Senate OAA requthorization bill by HELP Committee Leadership. (no bill) Discussed support of S. 1358, Seniors Fraud Prevention Act of 2013. S. 1562, HELP Compromise OAA Reauthorization Bill- AARP supports bipartisan bill. AARP promotes similar simple OAA Reauthorization in House. (no bill) Discussed OAA Reauthorization proposals with AOA officials. Labor, HHS Appropriations bill, 2015 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for Older Americans Act programs. Discussed Older Americans Act program data collection with the Administration for Community Living. Discussed OAA data collection comment letter submission, Elder Justice Act Reauthorization, and OAA Reauthorization (ACL) Discussed possible family caregiving legislation. S. 1562, Senate Older Americans Act reauthorization bill - Discussed moving the bill to the floor for a vote with Senate staff. Discussed speaking to constituents regarding the Older Americans Act and other issues. Discussed White House Summit on Working Families. (no bill) H.R. 5288/S. 2842 - Discussed the National Care Corps Act of 2014 and the Caregivers Corps Act of 2014. Discussed White House Conference on Aging. (no bill) Discussed Alzheimers and Family Caregivers and shared a information about the topics. (no bill) S. 2866 - Discussed In-Home Caregiver Assessment Resources and Education Care Act to provide feedback and share our support for the bill. H. R. 5024, Responded to inquiry about the Social Security Caregiver Credit Act. Inquired about family caregiving project. (no bill) Discussed military/veteran caregiver caucus and other caregiving issues. (no bill) S. 2866, the In-Home CARE Act - Discussed. Met with OMB on family caregiver programs under ACL. (no bill) H.J. Res. 124, Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2015 - Lobbied to protect OAA programs.H.R.5515, Elder Justice Act Reauthorization - No endorsement given; continued discussions addressing abuse, neglect and protective services. H.R.861, Elder Abuse Victims Act-No endorsement. S. 1019, Elder Protection & Abuse Prevention Act - Discussed no endorsement at this time. S.1940, Recruiting Individuals to Drive Our Elders Act - No endorsement. H.R. 5287, IRS Code Amendment to provide tax credit for household and elder services necessary to seek employment, no endorsement. H.R. 3850, Older Americans Act Reauthorization - Discussed legislation with staff. H. R. 1179, Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act - Discussed legislation with staff.

Discussion of transportation issues for the reauthorization of MAP-21. AARP interests include increasing funding for public transit and special needs para-transit services, promotion of older driver and pedestrian safety, expanding adoption of planning and design features to better accommodate all roadway users and strengthening connections between transportation and land use planning.Discussed legislation regarding roadway design and policy enhancements to promote safety for older drivers and pedestrians and increased access to specialized and public transportation for older adults. (no bill) S. 2004, The Safe Streets Act of 2014 - Discussed legislation to ensure that new or improved federally-funded roadways are planned, designed, operated, and maintained to safely accomodate all roadway users. H.R. 2468, The Safe Streets Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation to ensure that new or improved federally-funded roadways are planned, designed, operated, and maintained to safely accomodate all roadway users. Discussed the need to improve human services transportation coordination. H.R. 3547/H.J.R. 59/H.R. 2775, H.J.R. 106, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2015 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for senior housing and transportation programs, and related community development aid. H.R. 4507, the Pedestrian Fatalities Reduction Act - Sent a letter of support. S. 2284, the Pedestrian Safety Act - Sent a letter of support. Submitted a comment letter to the Department of Transportation regarding a proposed rule for Highway Safety Improvement Performance Management expressing the need for separate performance measures for non-motorized travel.

H.R.38/S.448, Senior's Tax Simplification Act, to the existing description of H.R. 1058 in Tax Section - Submitted letter of support to Senate original co-sponsors in May.S. 3680, the 2013 Making Working Pay Credit Act - Discussed introduction of the legislation and review the bill (113th Congress). H.R. 38/S. 448, Seniors Tax Simplification Act - Discussed support of the bill and urged cosponsorship. Corresponded with members of Congress regarding priorities for health care and retirement in tax reform. Met with multiple Congressional staff regarding priorities for retirement in tax reform. (no bill) Discussed views on tax reform to hill staff. (no bill) H.R. 3894, Senior Citizens Tax Elimination Act - Worked to prepare AARP member communications on bill.

H.R. 2468, Safe Streets Act of 2013 - Discussed Complete Streets which is now Safe Streets Act of 2013. Drafted policy statement presented to Presidential Commission on Election Administration. (no bill)H.R. 2403, Opposing requiring additional info of voter registrants under NVRA. H.R. 2409, Opposing unnecessary citizenship documentation of registrants. H.J. Res. 44, Supporting the right to vote amendment. H.R. 2852/S.1391, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Urged support for this bill to restore legal standards on employment discrimination. H.R. 1994, Election Assistance Commission Termination - Oppose conduct of Elections bills that would terminate the Election Assistance Commission. H. R. 3688, Ex-Offender Voter Registration Act of 2013 - Monitor and provide feedback on Felon Voting Rights that would direct Federal Bureau of Prisons to provide voter registration cards to Federal prisoners upon prison release. Discussed pending voting rights legislation with DOJ officials. Discussed funding under NAPA (no bill) H.R. 3899/S. 1945, the Voting Rights Act Amendments of 2014 - Sent letter of endorsement. Discussed language access in managed long-term services and supports, HHS OCR activities, and Fair Labor Standards Act. Employer-sponsored wellness programs - met with EEOC about civil rights implications of these programs. (no bill) Age Discrimination - met with EEOC about enforcement of ADEA.

S. 2037, Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act and various proposals (113th Congress). S. 462, Elder Abuse Victims Act of 2011 - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect.S. 1028, OAA Amendments of 2013 - Discussed various reauthorization amendments. H.R. 3850, OAA Reauthorization Act of 2014 - Discussed support for passage of a simple bill. S. 1562, OAA Reauthorization Act of 2014 - Discussed urging introduction and passage of a simple bill. H.R. 4122, OAA Reauthorization Act of 2014 - Discussed urging introduction and passage of a simple bill. Discussed with ACL and AOA officials in a briefings on elder abuse, guardianship, OAA data collection and Presidential Budget proposals. H.R.2883/S. 1542 (112th Congress), Child and Family Services Improvement and Innovation Act - Discussed provisions supporting grandparents raising grandkids. S. 465, Senior Financial Empowerment Act of 2011 - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect. S. 464, Elder Abuse in Later Life Act of 2011 - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect. S.2077/H.R. 866, Elder Abuse Prevention Act (112th Congress) - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect. S. 1263/H.R. 112, Silver Alert Act - Discussed elder abuse issues of 2011. S. 2037, Older Americans Act Amendments of 2012 - Discussed legislation. S. 1744, Guardian Accountability and Senior Protection Act - Supported legislation (112th Congress). H.R. 4945, Improving Care for Vulnerable Older Citizens through Workforce Advancement Act of 2014 - Discussed legislation. Discussed elder abuse issues, ARDC's and the World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. S.3358, Responding to urgent needs of survivors of the Holocaust Act - Discussed the improvement of services under OAA. Discussed legislation on Guardianship and Elder Abuse Prevention. (no bill) S. 1284, Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations, 2014 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for Older Americans Act programs. S. 1028, OAA Reauthorization - Advocated adoption of a simple OAA reauthorization bill. Discussed House OAA Reauthorization by advocating adoption of simple OAA reauthorization bill. (no bill) S. 975, Court Appointed Guardian Accountability Act - Discussed necessary changes to bill. Discussed Seniors Fraud Protection Act (H.R. 1953/S. 1358) and Elder Protection and Abuse Prevention Act (S. 1019) and health care scams. Discussed support of compromise Senate OAA requthorization bill by HELP Committee Leadership. (no bill) Discussed support of S. 1358, Seniors Fraud Prevention Act of 2013. S. 1562, HELP Compromise OAA Reauthorization Bill- AARP supports bipartisan bill. AARP promotes similar simple OAA Reauthorization in House. (no bill) Discussed OAA Reauthorization proposals with AOA officials. Labor, HHS Appropriations bill, 2015 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for Older Americans Act programs. Discussed Older Americans Act program data collection with the Administration for Community Living. Discussed OAA data collection comment letter submission, Elder Justice Act Reauthorization, and OAA Reauthorization (ACL) Discussed possible family caregiving legislation. S. 1562, Senate Older Americans Act reauthorization bill - Discussed moving the bill to the floor for a vote with Senate staff. Discussed speaking to constituents regarding the Older Americans Act and other issues. Discussed White House Summit on Working Families. (no bill) Submitted comment letter on proposed NIDRR Rehabilitation Research & Training Center with a family support priority. Discussed legislation to support family caregivers. (no bill) Discussed care corps/caregiving corps. ( no bill) Discussed hearing on the sandwich generation. (no bill) Discussed elder abuse and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day reception. (no bill)

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill) Discussed with lawmakers & the Administration to keep Social Security separate from all budget negotiations/deficit reduction measures and opposed proposals for a "Chained CPI"Discussed the Department of Labor's proposed new fiduciary duty regulation with Congressional staff. Discussed possible proposals to improve pension rights for participants and reform proposals to improve pension coverage and adequacy. ( no bill) Briefed Congress on AARP's "You've Earned A Say"- A national conversation on the future of Social Security and Medicare with AARP members and all Americans. Lobbied against cuts to Social Security benefits via the adoption of chained CPI to calculate annual cost of living adjustments for Social Security and Veterans benefits, among others. (no bill) S.500, the Keeping Our Social Security Promise Act - Discussed legislation to apply payroll taxes to employment and self-employment taxes to remuneration up to the contribution and benefit base and to remuneration in excess of $250,000. S. 308, the Protecting and Preserving Social Security Act - Discussed legislation to implement the CPI-E for annual Social Security COLA's and to eliminate the cap on maximum taxable wages under Social Security. S.567, the Strengthening Social Security Act - Discussed legislation to implement the CPI-E for annual Social Security COLA's and to eliminate the cap on maximum taxable wages under Social Security. Discussed current and future challenges of Social Security's Representative Payee program. (no bill) Discussed pending DOL regulations of summary documents for 401(k) fee disclosure. (no bill) Discussed with Congress and the Department of Treasury's Financial Management Service their efforts regarding the March 2013 move away from paper checks to electronic benefit payments for all Social Security beneficiaries. (no bill) S. Con. Res.8, Sanders Amendment to Senate Budget Resolution - to prevent cuts to Social Security via the adoption of chained CPI to calculate annual cost of living adjustments for Social Security and Veterans benefts, among others. S. Con.Res.8, AARP expressed opposition to the Ayotte amendment (#165) to prohibit the Department of Labor from implementing a proposal to expand the definition of "fiduciary" under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) to include appraisals of employee stock ownership plans. S. Con.Res. 8, AARP expressed opposition to the Isakson amendment (#571) to prohibit the Department of Labor from updating ERISA fiduciary protections to safeguard the savings of worker investments in retirement accounts. Conducted staff briefings on the importance of DOL and SEC efforts to update the definition of a fiduciary to better protect American investors and H.R. 2374. Letters sent to Hill on the importance of tax incentives for retirement and health plans. (no bill) Letter sent to the President to prioritize the nomination of a new commissioner for the Social Security Administration. (no bill) Submitted comments to the DOL in response to their Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) on the issue of lifetime income illustrations in periodic pension benefit statements of defined contributions pension plans such as 401(k) and 403(b) plans. (no bill) Submitted comments to the Ways and Means Committee in response to their request for comments from the public on chained CPI and other benefit reductions to Social Security. Further delivered 2.4 million petitions in response to these requests. (no bill) Discussed S. 1270, the SAFE Retirement Act. Discussed S. 1351, the INFORM Act. H. R. 1601, the SSI Restoration Act - Signed on to Leadership Council of Aging Organization's (LCAO) endorsement letter on legislation to update aspects of the Supplemental Security Income Program. Lobbied to prevent the inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid benefit cuts in any package pertaining to the continuing resolution or the debt ceiling. Discussed retirement bills in draft with multiple staffers. (no bill) Sent letter opposing Thune amendment to the Highway bill which would cut benefits under SSDI and UI. (no bill) Discussed legislation to improve SSA administrative services. (no bill) Discussed proposals to protect multi-employer pensions. (no bill)H.R. 2229, the Safeguarding Social Security Numbers Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation with Hill staff to establish a universal standard for the truncation of Social Security Numbers to prevent identity theft and fraud. H.R. 2171/S. 1145, the Lifetime Income Disclosure Act - Support for bipartisan legislation to express on annual 401(k) benefit statements the approximate annuity value of the lump sum value of the account. Discussed potential AARP comments to the Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration's Announcement of Proposed Rulemaking on lifetime income illustrations given to participants in defined contribution pension plans, such as 401(k) and 403(b) plans. (no bill) Discussed with officials from DOL Employee Benefits Security Administration the planned re-proposal of regulations to update the definition of a fiduciary for ERISA covered pension plans. (no bill) H.R. 2374, the Retail Investor Protection Act - Expressed opposition to H.R. 2374 to delay the DOL's planned re-proposal of regulations to update the definition of a fiduciary for ERISA covered pension plans until 60 days after the potential release of similar regulations by the Securities and Exchange Commission. H.R. 2154, the CPI for Seniors Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation to implement a Consumer Price Index for Seniors for calculating annual Social Security cost of living adjustments. Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security benefit cuts and protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs in any Deficit Reduction proposals and from enhanced redutions under sequestration. (no bill) H.R. 2374, Labor, HHS and Related Agencies Appropriations bill 2015 - Letter and lobbying in opposition to this bill that would delay or prevent a DOL proposed rulemaking on Fiduciary Duty. Conducted briefings in both House and Senate. Met with DOL officials to urge reissuance of a proposed rule to update fiduciary duty as it applies to ERISA. (no bill) Letter to Senate urging members not to sign a letter to OMB that would delay or prevent a DOL rulemaking on fiduciary duty. (no bill) Sent letter to Congress to urge the House and Senate to take steps to avoid default on our national debt and avoid risking benefits for current Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries. (no bill) Sent letter to White House to urging the President to take steps with Congress to avoid default on our national debt and avoid risking benefits for current Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries. (no bill) Lobbied opposition to H.R. 2374, the Retail Investor Protection Act, voted on by the House in October 2013. Lobbied to prevent the inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid cuts for the purpose of achieving deficit reduction, a budget agreement, or as a tradeoff for scheduled sequestration cuts or other government spending. (no bill) Letter to OMB in opposition to a letter sent to the Agency by ten Senators urging that any DOL fiduciary duty rule be delayed until 60 days after completion of a related SEC proposal. Submitted testimony to Finance Committee for hearing on December 18th on Social Security. Discussed draft Social Security legislation with several Congressional staffers. (no bill) S. 1979, the USA Retirement Funds Act - Lobbied for additional protections to ensure older workers and retirees pension benefits are fully protected. S. 1970, the Retirement Security Act - Lobbied for additional protections for lower income and other workers to ensure that promised benefits are equitably provided. S. 2089, the SSI Restoration Act - AARP considered the need to update and index SSI benefits for inflation. S. 1270, Retirement Security Act - Sent letter of support. Met with Department of Treasury on pending retirement initiatives. Met with NEC staff on retirement issues. Met with DOL on retirement issues. Met with Administration staff to discuss issuance of proposed rules on Fiduciary duty. Multi-employer Pension Reform - Discussed concerns regarding reform proposals that cut retiree benefits; met with PBGC. (no bill) Letter to SEC demonstrating the harm from maintaining the suitability standard as opposed to imposing a fiduciary duty on broker/dealers to investors. (no bill) Discussed the need for fiduciary duty and user fees to fund the examination of registered investment advisors. (no bill) Letter to SEC in support of efforts to improve marketing and advertising of target date funds.

Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations, 2015 - Lobbied to protect job training, and employee retiree benefits. (no bill) S. 1391/H.R. 2852, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Urged support for this bill to restore legal standards on employment discrimination.H.R. 3547/H.J.R. 59/H.R. 2775/H.J.R. 106, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect job training, equal employment and employee retiree benefits. S. 1797/S.1845/H.R. 3979, Extension of Emergency Unemployment Insurance - Supported renewal of program and opposed using Social Security disability funds to pay for it. Discussed implementation of FLSA final regulation regarding minimum wage and overtime for home care workers. H.R. 803, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act - Supported passage of bill.

Pub.Law 111-148 & 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care law that would reform the health care system to provide affordable quality health care, reduce drug costs and expand access to long-term services and supports. Discussed how to implement Medicaid provisions of Affordable Care Act. (PL. 111-148)S. 374, Medicare Mental Health Inpatient Equity Act - Lobbied in support of this legislation to eliminate the 190-day lifetime limit on Medicare coverage for in-patient psychiatric hospital services (112th). Discussed improving access to care for underserved population. (no bill) Discussed importance of maintaining low income subsididies and supports in Medicare. (no bill) Discussed the importance of coordinating services for those who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid in order to ensure that beneficiaries receive all needed benefits but there is no duplication. (no bill) Discussed whether, and under what circumstances, managed care could effectively be used to provide benefits to dual eligible beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed additional methods for fighting fraud and waste in Health Care. (no bill) Discussed Medigap and need for guaranteed issue for all populations and need to increase medical loss ratio. Discussed durable medical equipment bidding. (no bill) Lobbied for legislation to provide Medicare beneficiaries with additional opportunities to enroll in Medicare Part B.(no bill) Lobbied against the use of the Social Security account number on Government-issued identification cards issued in connection with Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP benefits and for other purposes. (no bill) Discussed support to curb waste and fraud from the Medicare and Medicaid programs. (no bill) H.R. 3630, Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 - Discussed the legislation as it pertained to SGR. Discussed Medicare Reform. (no bill) H.R. 2305/S. 1123, PRIME ACT (Preventing and Reducing Improper Medicare Expenditures) - Discussed support for bill and urged cosponsorship. Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs. (no bill) H.R. 1588/S. 740, Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed the Medicare Drug Savings Act to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income befeficiaries. (no bill) Discussed proposals that would establish per-capita caps under Medicaid as well as other Medicaid financing proposals including block grants and changes to the current FMAP structure. (no bill) H.R. 1717 - Discussed Medicare DMEPOS Market Pricing Program Act. Discussed implementation of regulations regarding minimum wage and overtime for home care workers and consumer-directed care. (no bill) Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes. (no bill) H. R. 1588/S.740 - Discussed the Medicare Drug Savings Act to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. H.R.3830/S.1900 - Discussed pending U.S. trade agreement negotiations and trade promotional or "fast track" authority legislation and their potential impact on Medicare and Medicaid prescription drug programs. S. 2461 - Discussed Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) extension and CHIP Extension Act of 2014. Discussed Part D Payment for Drugs for Beneficiaries Enrolled in Hospice - Final 2014 CMS Guidance.Discussed Medicare Graduate Nursing Education pilot design. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Affordability. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Shortages. (no bill) H.R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. H.R. 2576 - Discussion to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the calculation of modified adjusted gross income for purposes of determining eligibility for certain healthcare-related programs. Discussed opposition to caps on dual eligibles; discussed managed care and dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed with CMS demonstration programs for dual eligibles and process related to the demonstrations, as well as other work of the Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office, discussed consumer choice and continuity of care in Medicaid managed long-term services and supports programs, discussed focus groups on dual eligibles. Discussed Hospital & Critical Access Hospitals Conditions of Participation proposed regulations; requested that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians assistants be allowed the full scope of services in hospital admitting and visiting privileges. (no bill) Discussed Hospital Outpatient Therapeutic Services Final Rule underscoring that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians should be allowed to supervise such outpatient service clinics without physician oversight as long as in line with state scope of practice laws. (no bill) Discussed health disparities. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare/Medicaid "dual eligibles" integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations; and other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) S. 3586, Recruiting Individuals to Drive Elders (RIDE) Act - Discussed Medicaid non-emergency transportation bill (112th). Discussed proposals that would establish per-capita caps under Medicaid as well as other Medicaid financing proposals including block grants and changes to the current FMAP structure. (no bill) Discussed extension of funding originally provided under the Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act (P.L. 110-275) to State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs), Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRICs), and Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) for Medicare outreach and enrollment counseling. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of cuts to beneficiaries in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of an increase in the age of eligibility in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the patch to the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed concerns of block granting Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed the Kansas managed long-term services and supports waiver proposals and related implementation issues. (no bill). H.R.928/S.408, the Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed requirement for drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed Health Disparities. (no bill) Discussed medicare demonstration project replacing standard medicare cards with Smart Card technology. (no bill) H.R. 574 - The Medicare Physician Payment Innovation Act of 2013. H.R. 1173 - Discussed Personalize Your Care Act. Discussed Medicaid expansion and estate recovery. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid and asset transfers. (no bill) Discussed the Improving Medicare Post-Acute Care Transformation Act of 2014 and provided feedback on the draft bill. (no bill number at the time, but later bill number was H.R. 4944/S. 2553) S. 2491, Discussed Medicare Protection Act. Submitted comment letter on FYIS Medicare Skilled Nursing Facility payment rule. (no bill) Discussed concern about CMS guidance on prescription drugs for medicare beneficiaries receiving hospice and coordination between hospice providers and medicare Part D sponsors. (no bill)H.R. 1179/S.569, Improving Access to Medicare Act - Discussed support of Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act and urged cosponsorship and advancement of the bill. Discussed comments regarding Medicare and You handbook. (no bill) Discussed CMS information regarding healthcare marketplaces. H.R. 2305/S.1123, Preventing and Reducing Improper Medicare and Medicaid Expenditures Act. Bill reduces waste, fraud, and abuse in Medicare and Medicaid programs. Discussed Competitive bidding of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies. (no bill) Discussed repeal of Affordable Care Act provision making prescriptions necessary for over-the-counter drugs purchased with flexible spending accounts. (no bill) Discussed Medicare supplemental coverage. (no bill) Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug cost. (no bill) Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed Recruiting Individuals to Drive Our Elders Act (RIDE) would increase state flexibility by giving states the option to receive federal assistance to reimburse their volunteer drivers for no-load miles. (no bill) Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation.(no bill) Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income beneficiares. (no bill) Discussed pending U.S. trade agreement negotiations, including trade promotional or 'fast track' authority, and their potential impact on Medicare and Medicaid prescription drug programs. (no bill) Discussed fraud, Medicare home healthcare, ways to find savings in Medicare without harming Medicare beneficiaries (care coordination, prescription drugs, waste, fraud and abuse). Discussed You've Earned A Say, ways to find savings in medicare without harming medicare beneficiaries (care coordination, prescription drugs, waste, fraud and abuse). PL.111-148 - Discussed implementation of provision to require reporting of nursing home staffing data based on payroll data.Discussed Medicare Advantage. (no bill) Discussed H.R. 3616, Protecting Seniors from Healthcare Fraud Act. Discussed observation care and "two-midnight rule". (no bill) H.R. 1070, the Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act - Discussed and sent letter of endorsement to bill. Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes. (no bill) H.R. 1588/S.740, Medicaid Drug Savings Act - Discussed the requirement for drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed pending U.S. Trade agreement negotiations, including trade promotional or "fast track" authority, and their potential impact on Medicare and Medicaid prescription drug programs. (no bill) H.R. 2810/S.1871/H.R. 4015/S.2110 - Discussed SGR repeal and health care extender provisions, including the Qualified Individual low-income Medicare beneficiary assistance program. H.R. 4418, The Expanding Availability of Medicare Data Act - Sent letter of endorsement. Discussed Medicare data and billing transparency. (no bill) Discussed socio-economic risk adjustment. (no bill) Discussed nursing home staffing data in meeting with CMS. (no bill) Discussed advanced care planning, Welcome to Medicare visit, and Medicare wellness visits. Discussed language access in managed long-term services and supports in meeting with the HHS Office for Civil Rights. S. 2240, Discussed Medicare Choices Empowerment and Protection Act. S. 1439, Discussed support for Care Planning Act. Discussed LTSS Scorecard and reserving a room/logistics for Hill briefing on the LTSS Scorecard. (no bill). Discussed managed LTSS and language access. (no bill) H.R. 3024, Discussed the Medicare Common Access Card Act. H.R. 9673, Discussed the Bundling and Coordinating Post Acute Care (BACPAC) Act and shared views on post-acute care return. Discussed Medicare expansion. (no bill) H.R. 1179/S. 569, Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act - Submitted written statement for the record for the current hospital ---in the Medicare program hearings. Shared draft witness questions with some subcommittee members and committee staff. Discussed Medicaid Labs Spousal Impoverishment provisions (PL. 111-198). S. 2361, Discussed Stop Schemes and cons against Medicare and seniors. Invited Hill staff to attend the LTSS Scorecard briefing. (no bill) Participated in a roundtable discussion on long-term services and supports. (no bill) Discussed Welcome to Medicare Visit and advance care planning. (no bill) Discussed transparency in healthcare. (no bill) Discussed New York State Community first choice option and workforce issues. (no bill)

Discussed increasing senior representation in CDC studies and supported public participation in samples.Lobbied against inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid legislation affecting benefit levels or service delivery in any budget deal, and urged congress to not reduce spending levels below current services levels for various non-security discretionary programs, including Health Care (including Rx, medical research and premium support), Social Security (administrative expenses), Older Americans Act Supportive Service, Nutrition and Caregiver programs and, Low Income Home Energy Assistance. Discussed Social Security Administration's Representative Payee program's current and future challenges. (no bill) Discussed implementation of Windsor decision at the Social Security Administration with Congressional staff. H.R. 3695 - To provide a temporary extension of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 and amendments made by that Act, as previously extended and amended and with certain additional modifications and exceptions, to suspend permanent price support authorities, and for other purposes. H.R. 2642 - Oppose farm bill that authorizes only farm programs for five years and severs nutrition programs. S. 954, Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2013 - Support Senate Authorization of Farm Bill despite concerns about SNAP cuts. H.R. 3102, Nutrition Reform and Work Opportunity Act of 2013 - Oppose House Nutrition only bill to reauthorize USDA nutrition programs for only three years with cuts and apart from the Farm Bill. Discussed events related to the government shut down.

Discussed importance of potential savings both to consumers and to the federal government of granting Secretarial Negotiating Authority to Secretary of HHS on Medicare Part D. (no bill)Discussed legislative intent with respect to biologic drugs and the exclusivity period; and discussed importance of potential savings to the health care system generally. (no bill) Discussed need for greater consumer safety protections both in OTC and prescription drugs. (no bill) Discussed need for doctors to get unbiased information on prescription pharmaceuticals through programs like academic detailing. (no bill) Discussed possible savings and better health care outcomes that could result from Medication Therapy Management. (no bill) Pub. Law 111-148 and 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care legislation to reform the health care system to provide quality healthcare, expand access to long-term services and supports, and reduced prescription drug costs. Discussed greater affordability of generic versions of both generic and biologic drugs. S. 319, Pharmaceutical Market Access and Drug Safety Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation that establishes a framework for the safe, legal importation of lower-priced prescription drugs from abroad. S. 1206, Medicare Drug Savings Act of 2011 - Discussed rebates in Medicare Part D as a cost savings measure in Medicare that does not harm beneficiaries. H. R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied on legislation to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. S. 27, Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act of 2011- Lobbied for this legislation preventing abuses in patent settlements between generic and brand name prescription drug companies. S. 1886/H.R. 3468 of 2011- Discussed counterfeit drug penalty enhancement. Discussed prescription drug safety, drug shortage, and medical device safety, and related user fee legislation. S. 2193 of 2012, the Ensuring Safe Medical Devices for Patients Act - Discussed legislation to include devices in the post-market risk identification and analysis system for prescription drugs and to expedite the implementation of the unique device identification system for medical devices. Discussed draft legislation to address the issue of whether generic drug manufacturers have a duty to include new warnings about potentially serious side effects on their labels as they become known by giving generic drug makers the same ability to update their labeling as manufacturers of brand name drugs. (no bill) S.3187, Food and Drug Administration safety and Innovation Act - FDA user fee agreement legislation focusing on the review process for prescription drugs and medical devices, prescription drug safety, drug shortages, medical device safety and access to generic drugs. S.3212, Cody Miller Initiative for Safer Prescriptions Act - To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to promulgate regulations regarding the authorship, content, format, and dissemination of Patient Medication information. Discussed pay-for-delay agreements as tactic by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market, and the Fair and Immediate Release of Generics Drugs Act that would address the underlying issue of "parked exclusivities" in the Hatch-Waxman Act (S.1882). Discussed the issue of biosimilar drug naming and how biosimilars should use a common International Non-proprietary name as reference originator biologic products. (no bill) S. 504, the Fair and Immediate Release of Generic Drugs Act/S.214, the Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Discussed the Patient Safety and Generic Labeling Improvement Act. (no bill) H.R. 4800/S. 2389, Agriculture Appropriations bill, 2015 - Lobbied to protect and enhance funding levels for FDA to enable it to effectively manage it's food safety and medical product programs.Discussed Unique Device Identification (UDI) issues including proposed rules and implementation. (no bill) Discussed oversight of laboratory genetic testing. (no bill) Discussed AARP's concerns with prescription drug costs. (no bill) S.117, Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act - Discussed bill that allows medicare to negotiate medicare prescription drug prices with drug companies. S.504/S.214, The Fair and Immediate Release of Generics Drugs Act/Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Discussed legislation to address pay-for-delay agreements used by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market. Discussed the exclusivity period for biologic drugs. (no bill) Discussed the Patient Safety and Generic Labeling Improvement Act. (no bill) Discussed biologic drug issues including implementation of the new approval pathway for biosimilar drugs. (no bill) Discussed the importance of potential savings to both consumers and the federal government of granting Secretarial negotiating authority to the HHS Secretary under Medicare Part D. (no bill) S. 504, the Fair and Immediate Release of Generics Drugs Act/S. 214, the Preserve Access to Affordable Generics - Discussed legislation to address pay-for-delay agreements used by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market. Discussed the exclusivity period ofr biologic drugs. (no bill) Discussed the Food and Drug Administration proposed rule to enable generic drug makers to independently update their drug labeling. (no bill) Discussed biologic drug issues including implementation of the new approval pathway for biosimilar drugs. (no bill) S. 1720/S.2049/S.866, - Discussed patent reform legislation and related provisions. Discussed the importance of potential savings to both consumers and the federal government of granting Secretarial negotiating authority to the HHS Secretary under Medicare Part D. (no bill) Discussed legislation to address pay-for-delay agreements used by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market (the Fair and Immediate Release of Generic Drugs Act (S. 504) and (the Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act) (S.214). Discussed the exclusivity period for biologic drugs. (no bill) Discussed the Food and Drug Administration proposed rule to enable generic drug makers to independently update their drug labeling. (no bill) Discussed biologic drug issues including implementation of the new approval pathway for biosimilar drugs. (no bill) S. 1720/S. 2049/S.866 - Discussed patent reform legislation and related provisions. Discussed other prescription drug issues and potential legislation on drug importation and "least costly alternative" payment for Part B durgs. 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S.452, Medicare Diabetes Prevention Act - Discussed bill with Senate. Discussed draft language on senior mental health with Senate HELP Committee staff. (no bill) Discussed Medicare Reform (no bill) Discussed Age Rating in the ACA and rate shock. (no bill)Labor, HHS Appropriations bill, 2015-Lobbied on preserving funding for the ACA; defended meaningful use of the ACA. (no bill) Discussed need to increase health information technology quality measurements and access to qualified systems. (no bill) H.R. 1099, To repeal the Prevention and Public Health Fund - Lobbied against the repeal of the Prevention and Public Health Trust Fund, an important component in state and community efforts to prevent illness and promote health. Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed Accountable Care Organization and Medical Shared savings. (no bill) Discussed Rate Review. (no bill) Discussed Internal Appeals and External Review Process. (no bill) Discussed Medicare reimbursement issues. Lobbied in support of Medicare physician payment reform. Discussed legislation to make prescription drugs more affordable to older Americans. S. 1416/H.R. 2645 (112th Congress), Medigap Medical Loss Ratio Improvement Act of 2011. Discussed coverage for screening depression and screening and counseling for alcohol misuse. (no bill) Discussed consumer operated and oriented plan programs. (no bill) Discussed standards related to risk adjustment, reinsurance, and risk mitigation as they relate to exchanges. (no bill) H.R.2077, MLR Repeal Act of 2011 - Expressed opposition to the elimination of provision in the Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148)Discussed opposition to draft legislation regarding the elimination of grandfathered status. (no bill) Discussed association health plans with DOL, HHS and DOT. (no bill) Discussed quality and care coordination with HHS. (no bill) Discussed Essential Health Benefits with HHS. (no bill) Discussed employer affordability safe harbor. (no bill) Discussed health insurance exchanges - eligibility, enrollment, premium tax credits. (no bill) Discussed Basic Health Plans. (no bill) Discussed Medigap reform. (no bill) Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed role of grandfathered plans. (no bill) Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act and other amendments to the OAA. (no bill) Discussed dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed S.1119, Positive Aging Act of 2013. H.R. 2641, Farm Program bill-Discussed the severed nutrition programs from Farm Bill. S. 562, Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act - Discussed the bill for eventual endorsement. Discussed Care Corps. (no bill) Discussed need to suport family caregivers and long-term services and supports. (no bill) Discussed repeal of medical device tax. (no bill) Discussed proposed regulation relating to Medicaid expansion coverage and minimum essential coverage. (no bill) Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to use premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) H.R.3850/S. 1562, Discussed Older Americans Act reauthorization legislation.Discussed FTC participation in state scope of practice issues. Also sent follow-up items for their review. (no bill) Discussed Social Security programs. (no bill) Lobbied against cuts to the health care prevention fund. (no bill) Discussed deficit reduction issues dealing with Medicare and Medicaid including concerns over increasing Medicare's age of eligibility, chained CPI, and cuts to Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed Affordable Care Medicaid expansion issues. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services. Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid expansion implementation, as included in the ACA (P.L. 111-140). Discussed Medicaid including concerns over cuts to Medicaid flexibility and Medicaid structural reforms to. (no bill) Discussed implementation of the Affordable Care Act, its provisions and H.R. 95 to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. S. Con. Res. 8/ H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.R. 1549, Helping Sick Americans Now Act - Discussed cuts to the health care prevention fund. The Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Act, 2015 - Lobbied to protect employment, health and human services and energy assistance programs for seniors, disabled and low income assistance. (no bill) Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including questions related to the use of premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid. (no bill) H.R. 1263, Excellence in Mental Health Act - Discussed the bill for eventual endorsement. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to use premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services. Discussed perspectives on proposed ideas for legislation to address health disparities with HHS and CMS officials. Discussed H.R. 3717, the Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to use premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services. Discussed Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) Discussed National Alzheimer's Project Act 111-375. Discussed the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. (no bill) Discussed family caregiving, doctors and health professionals engaging family caregivers of older adults with multiple chronic conditions, family caregiver assessment, shared relevant information. (no bill) H.R. 2835/S. 1647, Restoring Access to Medication Act of 2013 - Urged co-sponsorship of these bills. Submitted statement for the record to the Advisory Counsel on Alzheimer's Disease, Research, Care & Services for their April meeting. Discussed hospital readmissions. 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Pub. Law 111-203, Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act - Discussed implementation of legislation. Responded to requests for comment with regard to Payday Lending, Mandatory Arbitration, "Larger Participants" (non-bank), and Bank Overdraft Fees.Discussed response to requests for comment with regard to Student Loan Affordability and Authority to restrict Mandatory Pre-Dispute Arbitration. Lobbied against H.R. 3035 the "Mobile Informational Call Act" of 2011. Responded to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau request for comment on "Procedural Rules to Establish Supervisory Authority over Certain Nonbank Covered Persons Based on Risk Determination. Responded to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau request for comment on Senior Financial Exploitation. Submitted comment letter to the CFPB on Integrated Mortgage Disclosure under RESPA and TILA Docket No. CFPB-2012-0028. Submitted comments to the CFPB on effective financial education, Docket No. CFPB 2012-0030. H.R. 2786/S.1371, Financial Services and General Government Appropriations bill, 2014 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for SEC, CFIC and CFPB, enforcement of consumer protection laws and agencies. H. R. 1953, Senior Fraud Prevention Act - Expressed support for bill and urged cosponsorship. S. 807, Letter of Support for the Plain Writing Act for Regulations. S. 1358, Letter in support of the Senior Fraud Prevention Act. Letter from AARP and Americans Act for Financial Reform (AFR) to the House urging opposition to a package of bills that would weaken CFPB's structure and funding mechanism. S. 878/H.R. 1844, Arbitration Fairness Act - AARP went on record in support of the bills. Financial Services and General Government Appropriations bill, 2015 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for SEC, CFIC and CFPB, enforcement of consumer portection laws and agencies. H.R. 3193, Consumer Financial Freedom and Washington Accountability Act - Letter in opposition to bill to weaken the CFPB. Sent letter to CFPB to correct abusive debt collection practices, Docket 2013-0033, RIN 3170-AA41. H.R. 4436, Discussed Investing in Student Success Act. Discussed Fraud Watch Network. (no bill) Briefed House Financial Services staff on detrimental effects of mandatory pre-dispute arbitration clauses in contracts. (no bill) Briefed Senate financial services staff on bank fraud and the objectives of the Department of Justice's Operation Choke Point. (no bill)

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill) Discussed with lawmakers & the Administration to keep Social Security separate from all budget negotiations/deficit reduction measures and opposed proposals for a "Chained CPI"Discussed the Department of Labor's proposed new fiduciary duty regulation with Congressional staff. Discussed possible proposals to improve pension rights for participants and reform proposals to improve pension coverage and adequacy. ( no bill) Briefed Congress on AARP's "You've Earned A Say"- A national conversation on the future of Social Security and Medicare with AARP members and all Americans. Lobbied against cuts to Social Security benefits via the adoption of chained CPI to calculate annual cost of living adjustments for Social Security and Veterans benefits, among others. (no bill) S.500, the Keeping Our Social Security Promise Act - Discussed legislation to apply payroll taxes to employment and self-employment taxes to remuneration up to the contribution and benefit base and to remuneration in excess of $250,000. S. 308, the Protecting and Preserving Social Security Act - Discussed legislation to implement the CPI-E for annual Social Security COLA's and to eliminate the cap on maximum taxable wages under Social Security. S.567, the Strengthening Social Security Act - Discussed legislation to implement the CPI-E for annual Social Security COLA's and to eliminate the cap on maximum taxable wages under Social Security. Discussed current and future challenges of Social Security's Representative Payee program. (no bill) Discussed pending DOL regulations of summary documents for 401(k) fee disclosure. (no bill) Discussed with Congress and the Department of Treasury's Financial Management Service their efforts regarding the March 2013 move away from paper checks to electronic benefit payments for all Social Security beneficiaries. (no bill) S. Con. Res.8, Sanders Amendment to Senate Budget Resolution - to prevent cuts to Social Security via the adoption of chained CPI to calculate annual cost of living adjustments for Social Security and Veterans benefts, among others. S. Con.Res.8, AARP expressed opposition to the Ayotte amendment (#165) to prohibit the Department of Labor from implementing a proposal to expand the definition of "fiduciary" under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) to include appraisals of employee stock ownership plans. S. Con.Res. 8, AARP expressed opposition to the Isakson amendment (#571) to prohibit the Department of Labor from updating ERISA fiduciary protections to safeguard the savings of worker investments in retirement accounts. Conducted staff briefings on the importance of DOL and SEC efforts to update the definition of a fiduciary to better protect American investors and H.R. 2374. Letters sent to Hill on the importance of tax incentives for retirement and health plans. (no bill) Letter sent to the President to prioritize the nomination of a new commissioner for the Social Security Administration. (no bill) Submitted comments to the DOL in response to their Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) on the issue of lifetime income illustrations in periodic pension benefit statements of defined contributions pension plans such as 401(k) and 403(b) plans. (no bill) Submitted comments to the Ways and Means Committee in response to their request for comments from the public on chained CPI and other benefit reductions to Social Security. Further delivered 2.4 million petitions in response to these requests. (no bill) Discussed S. 1270, the SAFE Retirement Act. Discussed S. 1351, the INFORM Act. H. R. 1601, the SSI Restoration Act - Signed on to Leadership Council of Aging Organization's (LCAO) endorsement letter on legislation to update aspects of the Supplemental Security Income Program. Lobbied to prevent the inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid benefit cuts in any package pertaining to the continuing resolution or the debt ceiling. Discussed retirement bills in draft with multiple staffers. (no bill)H.R. 2229, the Safeguarding Social Security Numbers Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation with Hill staff to establish a universal standard for the truncation of Social Security Numbers to prevent identity theft and fraud. H.R. 2171/S. 1145, the Lifetime Income Disclosure Act - Support for bipartisan legislation to express on annual 401(k) benefit statements the approximate annuity value of the lump sum value of the account. Discussed potential AARP comments to the Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration's Announcement of Proposed Rulemaking on lifetime income illustrations given to participants in defined contribution pension plans, such as 401(k) and 403(b) plans. (no bill) Discussed with officials from DOL Employee Benefits Security Administration the planned re-proposal of regulations to update the definition of a fiduciary for ERISA covered pension plans. (no bill) H.R. 2374, the Retail Investor Protection Act - Expressed opposition to H.R. 2374 to delay the DOL's planned re-proposal of regulations to update the definition of a fiduciary for ERISA covered pension plans until 60 days after the potential release of similar regulations by the Securities and Exchange Commission. H.R. 2154, the CPI for Seniors Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation to implement a Consumer Price Index for Seniors for calculating annual Social Security cost of living adjustments. Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security benefit cuts and protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs in any Deficit Reduction proposals and from enhanced redutions under sequestration. (no bill) H.R. 2374, Letter and lobbying in opposition to this bill that would delay or prevent a DOL proposed rulemaking on Fiduciary Duty. Conducted briefings in both House and Senate. Met with DOL officials to urge reissuance of a proposed rule to update fiduciary duty as it applies to ERISA. (no bill) Letter to Senate urging members not to sign a letter to OMB that would delay or prevent a DOL rulemaking on fiduciary duty. (no bill) H.R. 3547/H.J.R. 59/H.R. 2775/H.J.R. 106, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. Sent letter to Congress to urge the House and Senate to take steps to avoid default on our national debt and avoid risking benefits for current Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries. (no bill) Sent letter to White House to urging the President to take steps with Congress to avoid default on our national debt and avoid risking benefits for current Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries. (no bill) Lobbied opposition to H.R. 2374, the Retail Investor Protection Act, voted on by the House in October 2013. Lobbied to prevent the inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid cuts for the purpose of achieving deficit reduction, a budget agreement, or as a tradeoff for scheduled sequestration cuts or other government spending. (no bill) Letter to OMB in opposition to a letter sent to the Agency by ten Senators urging that any DOL fiduciary duty rule be delayed until 60 days after completion of a related SEC proposal. Submitted testimony to Finance Committee for hearing on December 18th on Social Security. Discussed draft Social Security legislation with several Congressional staffers. (no bill) S. 1979, the USA Retirement Funds Act - Lobbied for additional protections to ensure older workers and retirees pension benefits are fully protected. S. 1970, the Retirement Security Act - Lobbied for additional protections for lower income and other workers to ensure that promised benefits are equitably provided. S. 2089, the SSI Restoration Act - AARP considered the need to update and index SSI benefits for inflation. S. 1270, Retirement Security Act - Sent letter of support. Met with Department of Treasury on pending retirement initiatives. Met with NEC staff on retirement issues. Met with DOL on retirement issues. Met with Administration staff to discuss issuance of proposed rules on Fiduciary duty. Multi-employer Pension Reform - Discussed concerns regarding reform proposals that cut retiree benefits. (no bill) Discussed women and financial security event materials. (no bill)

Discussed importance of potential savings both to consumers and to the federal government of granting Secretarial Negotiating Authority to Secretary of HHS on Medicare Part D. (no bill)Discussed legislative intent with respect to biologic drugs and the exclusivity period; and discussed importance of potential savings to the health care system generally. (no bill) Discussed need for greater consumer safety protections both in OTC and prescription drugs. (no bill) Discussed need for doctors to get unbiased information on prescription pharmaceuticals through programs like academic detailing. (no bill) Discussed possible savings and better health care outcomes that could result from Medication Therapy Management. (no bill) Pub. Law 111-148 and 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care legislation to reform the health care system to provide quality healthcare, expand access to long-term services and supports, and reduced prescription drug costs. Discussed greater affordability of generic versions of both generic and biologic drugs. S. 319, Pharmaceutical Market Access and Drug Safety Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation that establishes a framework for the safe, legal importation of lower-priced prescription drugs from abroad. S. 1206, Medicare Drug Savings Act of 2011 - Discussed rebates in Medicare Part D as a cost savings measure in Medicare that does not harm beneficiaries. H. R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied on legislation to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. S. 27, Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act of 2011- Lobbied for this legislation preventing abuses in patent settlements between generic and brand name prescription drug companies. S. 1886/H.R. 3468 of 2011- Discussed counterfeit drug penalty enhancement. Discussed prescription drug safety, drug shortage, and medical device safety, and related user fee legislation. S. 2193 of 2012, the Ensuring Safe Medical Devices for Patients Act - Discussed legislation to include devices in the post-market risk identification and analysis system for prescription drugs and to expedite the implementation of the unique device identification system for medical devices. Discussed draft legislation to address the issue of whether generic drug manufacturers have a duty to include new warnings about potentially serious side effects on their labels as they become known by giving generic drug makers the same ability to update their labeling as manufacturers of brand name drugs. (no bill) S.3187, Food and Drug Administration safety and Innovation Act - FDA user fee agreement legislation focusing on the review process for prescription drugs and medical devices, prescription drug safety, drug shortages, medical device safety and access to generic drugs. S.3212, Cody Miller Initiative for Safer Prescriptions Act - To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to promulgate regulations regarding the authorship, content, format, and dissemination of Patient Medication information. Discussed pay-for-delay agreements as tactic by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market, and the Fair and Immediate Release of Generics Drugs Act that would address the underlying issue of "parked exclusivities" in the Hatch-Waxman Act (S.1882). Discussed the issue of biosimilar drug naming and how biosimilars should use a common International Non-proprietary name as reference originator biologic products. (no bill) S. 504, the Fair and Immediate Release of Generic Drugs Act/S.214, the Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Discussed the Patient Safety and Generic Labeling Improvement Act. (no bill)Discussed Unique Device Identification (UDI) issues including proposed rules and implementation. (no bill) Discussed oversight of laboratory genetic testing. (no bill) Discussed AARP's concerns with prescription drug costs. (no bill) S.117, Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act - Discussed bill that allows medicare to negotiate medicare prescription drug prices with drug companies. S.504/S.214, The Fair and Immediate Release of Generics Drugs Act/Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Discussed legislation to address pay-for-delay agreements used by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market. Discussed the exclusivity period for biologic drugs. (no bill) Discussed the Patient Safety and Generic Labeling Improvement Act. (no bill) Discussed biologic drug issues including implementation of the new approval pathway for biosimilar drugs. (no bill) Discussed the importance of potential savings to both consumers and the federal government of granting Secretarial negotiating authority to the HHS Secretary under Medicare Part D. (no bill) S. 504, the Fair and Immediate Release of Generics Drugs Act/S. 214, the Preserve Access to Affordable Generics - Discussed legislation to address pay-for-delay agreements used by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market. Discussed the exclusivity period ofr biologic drugs. (no bill) Discussed the Food and Drug Administration proposed rule to enable generic drug makers to independently update their drug labeling. (no bill) Discussed biologic drug issues including implementation of the new approval pathway for biosimilar drugs. (no bill) S. 1720/S.2049/S.866, - Discussed patent reform legislation and related provisions

S.452, Medicare Diabetes Prevention Act - Discussed bill with Senate. Discussed draft language on senior mental health with Senate HELP Committee staff. (no bill) Discussed Medicare Reform (no bill) Discussed Age Rating in the ACA and rate shock. (no bill)Lobbied on preserving funding for the ACA; defended meaningful use of the ACA. (no bill) Discussed need to increase health information technology quality measurements and access to qualified systems. (no bill) H.R. 1099, To repeal the Prevention and Public Health Fund - Lobbied against the repeal of the Prevention and Public Health Trust Fund, an important component in state and community efforts to prevent illness and promote health. Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed Accountable Care Organization and Medical Shared savings. (no bill) Discussed Rate Review. (no bill) Discussed Internal Appeals and External Review Process. (no bill) Discussed Medicare reimbursement issues. Lobbied in support of Medicare physician payment reform. Discussed legislation to make prescription drugs more affordable to older Americans. S. 1416/H.R. 2645 (112th Congress), Medigap Medical Loss Ratio Improvement Act of 2011. Discussed coverage for screening depression and screening and counseling for alcohol misuse. (no bill) Discussed consumer operated and oriented plan programs. (no bill) Discussed standards related to risk adjustment, reinsurance, and risk mitigation as they relate to exchanges. (no bill) H.R.2077, MLR Repeal Act of 2011 - Expressed opposition to the elimination of provision in the Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148)Discussed opposition to draft legislation regarding the elimination of grandfathered status. (no bill) Discussed association health plans with DOL, HHS and DOT. (no bill) Discussed quality and care coordination with HHS. (no bill) Discussed Essential Health Benefits with HHS. (no bill) Discussed employer affordability safe harbor. (no bill) Discussed health insurance exchanges - eligibility, enrollment, premium tax credits. (no bill) Discussed Basic Health Plans. (no bill) Discussed Medigap reform. (no bill) Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed role of grandfathered plans. (no bill) Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act and other amendments to the OAA. (no bill) Discussed dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed S.1119, Positive Aging Act of 2013. H.R. 2641, Farm Program bill-Discussed the severed nutrition programs from Farm Bill. S. 562, Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act - Discussed the bill for eventual endorsement. Discussed Care Corps. (no bill) Discussed need to suport family caregivers and long-term services and supports. (no bill) Discussed repeal of medical device tax. (no bill) Discussed proposed regulation relating to Medicaid expansion coverage and minimum essential coverage. (no bill)Discussed FTC participation in state scope of practice issues. Also sent follow-up items for their review. (no bill) Discussed Social Security programs. (no bill) Lobbied against cuts to the health care prevention fund. (no bill) Discussed deficit reduction issues dealing with Medicare and Medicaid including concerns over increasing Medicare's age of eligibility, chained CPI, and cuts to Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed Affordable Care Medicaid expansion issues. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services. Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid expansion implementation, as included in the ACA (P.L. 111-140). Discussed Medicaid including concerns over cuts to Medicaid flexibility and Medicaid structural reforms to. (no bill) Discussed implementation of the Affordable Care Act, its provisions and H.R. 95 to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. H. R. 933, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. S. Con. Res. 8/ H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.R. 1549, Helping Sick Americans Now Act - Discussed cuts to the health care prevention fund. S. 1284, The Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect employment, health and human services and energy assistance programs for seniors, disabled and low income assistance. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including questions related to the use of premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid. (no bill) H.R. 1263, Excellence in Mental Health Act - Discussed the bill for eventual endorsement. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to use premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services. Discussed perspectives on proposed ideas for legislation to address health disparities with HHS and CMS officials. H.R 3547/H.J.R. 59/H.R. 2775/H.J.R. 106, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect employment, health and human services and energy assistance programs for seniors, disabled and low income assistance. Discussed H.R. 3717, the Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to use premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services. Discussed Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) Discussed National Alzheimer's Project Act 111-375.

H.R. 2468, Safe Streets Act of 2013 - Discussed Complete Streets which is now Safe Streets Act of 2013. Drafted policy statement presented to Presidential Commission on Election Administration. (no bill)H.R. 2403, Opposing requiring additional info of voter registrants under NVRA. H.R. 2409, Opposing unnecessary citizenship documentation of registrants. H.J. Res. 44, Supporting the right to vote amendment. H.R. 2852/S.1391, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Urged support for this bill to restore legal standards on employment discrimination. S. 878/H.R. 1844, Arbitration Fairness Act - AARP on record in support of bill. H.R. 1994, Election Assistance Commission Termination - Oppose conduct of Elections bills that would terminate the Election Assistance Commission. H. R. 3688, Ex-Offender Voter Registration Act of 2013 - Monitor and provide feedback on Felon Voting Rights that would direct Federal Bureau of Prisons to provide voter registration cards to Federal prisoners upon prison release. Discussed pending voting rights legislation with DOJ officials. H.R. 3547/ H.J.R. 59/H.R. 2775, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 - Opposed riders re: home health care FLSA regulations. Discussed funding under NAPA (no bill)

Pub.Law 111-148 & 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care law that would reform the health care system to provide affordable quality health care, reduce drug costs and expand access to long-term services and supports. Discussed how to implement Medicaid provisions of Affordable Care Act. (PL. 111-148)S. 374, Medicare Mental Health Inpatient Equity Act - Lobbied in support of this legislation to eliminate the 190-day lifetime limit on Medicare coverage for in-patient psychiatric hospital services (112th). Discussed improving access to care for underserved population. (no bill) Discussed importance of maintaining low income subsididies and supports in Medicare. (no bill) Discussed the importance of coordinating services for those who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid in order to ensure that beneficiaries receive all needed benefits but there is no duplication. (no bill) Discussed whether, and under what circumstances, managed care could effectively be used to provide benefits to dual eligible beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed additional methods for fighting fraud and waste in Health Care. (no bill) Discussed Medigap and need for guaranteed issue for all populations and need to increase medical loss ratio. Discussed durable medical equipment bidding. (no bill) Lobbied for legislation to provide Medicare beneficiaries with additional opportunities to enroll in Medicare Part B.(no bill) Lobbied against the use of the Social Security account number on Government-issued identification cards issued in connection with Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP benefits and for other purposes. (no bill) Discussed support to curb waste and fraud from the Medicare and Medicaid programs. (no bill) H.R. 3630, Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 - Discussed the legislation as it pertained to SGR. Discussed Medicaid long-term services and supports. (no bill) Discussed Medicare Reform. (no bill) H.R. 2305/S. 1123, PRIME ACT (Preventing and Reducing Improper Medicare Expenditures) - Discussed support for bill and urged cosponsorship. Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs. (no bill) H.R. 1588/S. 740, Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed the Medicare Drug Savings Act to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income befeficiaries. (no bill) Discussed proposals that would establish per-capita caps under Medicaid as well as other Medicaid financing proposals including block grants and changes to the current FMAP structure. (no bill) Discussed measures for re-balancing in medicaid managed LTSS waivers and dual demonstration programs in sign on letter to CMS. (no bill) H.R. 1717 - Discussed Medicare DMEPOS Market Pricing Program Act. H.R. 3531 - Discussed Creating Access to Rehabilitation for Every Senior (CARES) Act. Discussed implementation of regulations regarding minimum wage and overtime for home care workers and consumer-directed care.Discussed Medicare Graduate Nursing Education pilot design. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Affordability. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Shortages. (no bill) H.R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. H.R. 2576 - Discussion to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the calculation of modified adjusted gross income for purposes of determining eligibility for certain healthcare-related programs. Discussed opposition to caps on dual eligibles; discussed managed care and dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed with CMS demonstration programs for dual eligibles and process related to the demonstrations, as well as other work of the Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office, discussed consumer choice and continuity of care in Medicaid managed long-term services and supports programs, discussed focus groups on dual eligibles. Discussed Medicaid managed care and long-term services and supports broadly. Discussed Hospital & Critical Access Hospitals Conditions of Participation proposed regulations; requested that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians assistants be allowed the full scope of services in hospital admitting and visiting privileges. (no bill) Discussed Hospital Outpatient Therapeutic Services Final Rule underscoring that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians should be allowed to supervise such outpatient service clinics without physician oversight as long as in line with state scope of practice laws. (no bill) Discussed health disparities. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare/Medicaid "dual eligibles" integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations; and other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) Discussed the AARP Initiative called "You've Earned a Say". (no bill) S. 3586, Recruiting Individuals to Drive Elders (RIDE) Act - Discussed Medicaid non-emergency transportation bill (112th). Discussed proposals that would establish per-capita caps under Medicaid as well as other Medicaid financing proposals including block grants and changes to the current FMAP structure. (no bill) Discussed extension of funding originally provided under the Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act (P.L. 110-275) to State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs), Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRICs), and Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) for Medicare outreach and enrollment counseling. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of cuts to beneficiaries in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of an increase in the age of eligibility in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the patch to the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed concerns of block granting Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed the Kansas managed long-term services and supports waiver proposals and related implementation issues. (no bill). H.R.928/S.408, the Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed requirement for drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed Health Disparities. (no bill) Discussed medicare demonstration project replacing standard medicare cards with Smart Card technology. (no bill) H.R. 574 - The Medicare Physician Payment Innovation Act of 2013. H.R. 1173 - Discussed Personalize Your Care Act. Discussed observation issues. (no bill) Discussed rebalancing measures in Medicaid managed LTSS in 1115 waivers and duals demonstration programs. (no bill) Discussed proposed regulation relating to Medicaid expansion coverage and minimum essential coverage. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid expansion and estate recovery. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid and asset transfers. (no bill) Discussed draft legislation regarding Dual Eligible Special Need Plans (D-SNP) - Strengthing Healthcare Options for Vulnerable Populations Act. (no bill) Discussed post-acute care reform. (no bill)H.R. 1179/S.569, Improving Access to Medicare Act - Discussed support of Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act and urged cosponsorship and advancement of the bill. Participated on press call on the bill. Discussed comments regarding Medicare and You handbook. (no bill) Discussed CMS information regarding healthcare marketplaces. H. R. 933, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. S. Con. Res. 8, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation.Lobbied on expected "QM" safe harbor amendment. (The amendment was not offered) H.R. 2305/S.1123, Preventing and Reducing Improper Medicare and Medicaid Expenditures Act. Bill reduces waste, fraud, and abuse in Medicare and Medicaid programs. Discussed Competitive bidding of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies. (no bill) Discussed repeal of Affordable Care Act provision making prescriptions necessary for over-the-counter drugs purchased with flexible spending accounts. (no bill) Discussed Medicare supplemental coverage. (no bill) Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug cost. (no bill) Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed Recruiting Individuals to Drive Our Elders Act (RIDE) would increase state flexibility by giving states the option to receive federal assistance to reimburse their volunteer drivers for no-load miles. (no bill) H.R. 3547/H.J.R. 59/H.R. 2775/H.J.R. 106, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. S. 1284, Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income beneficiares. (no bill) Discussed pending U.S. trade agreement negotiations, including trade promotional or 'fast track' authority, and their potential impact on Medicare and Medicaid prescription drug programs. (no bill) H.R. 2810/S. 1871 - Discussed SGR repeal and health care extender provisions, including the Qualified Individual low-income Medicare beneficiary assistance program. Discussed fraud, Medicare home healthcare, ways to find savings in Medicare without harming Medicare beneficiaries (care coordination, prescription drugs, waste, fraud and abuse). Discussed you've earned a say, ways to find savings in medicare without harming medicare beneficiaries (care coordination, prescriotion drugs, waste, fraud and abuse). Discussed implementation of provision to require reporting of nursing home staffing data based on payroll data. (no bill) S. 1932/H.R. 3890 - Discussed logistics and attended event to introduce the Better Care, Lower Cost Act. Discussed non-residential settings and Medicaid home and community-based setting final regulation. (no bill) Discussed person-centered planning and family caregiver assessment in Medicaid HCBS state plan option final rule. Submitted comment letter on distaster preparedness requirements for Medicare and Medicaid providers. (no bill) Discussed Money Follows the Person Rebalancing Demonstration and Balancing Incentive Payments Program. (no bill)Discussed Medicare Advantage. H.R. 3616, Protecting Seniors from Medicare Act- Sent letters endorsing bill. H.R. 2810, The SGR Repeal and Medicare Beneficiary Improvement Act - Sent letters endorsing bill. Discussed observation care and "two-midnight rule". H.R. 1070, the Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act - Discussed and sent letter of endorsement to bill. Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs and related agency proposed rule changes. (no bill) H.R. 1588/S.740, Medicaid Drug Savings Act - Discussed the requirement for drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed pending U.S. Trade agreement negotiations, including trade promotional or "fast track" authority, and their potential impact on Medicare and Medicaid prescription drug programs. (no bill) H.R. 2810/S.1871/H.R. 4015/S.2110 - Discussed SGR repeal and health care extender provisions, including the Qualified Individual low-income Medicare beneficiary assistance program.

H. R. 933, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial, employment and health care-related regulation.H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.R. 2787/S. 1329, The Commerce, Justice and Science Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect consumer protection programs within jurisdiction of subcommittee. H.R. 2786/S.1371, The Financial Services and General Government Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect consumer protection programs and implementation of ACA health insurance exchanges. H.R. 2410/S. 1244 - Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect funding for nutrition and FDA drug processing. S. 1284, The Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect employment, health and human services and energy assistance programs for seniors, disabled and low income assistance. H.R. 2610/S. 1243, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill, 2014 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for senior housing and transportation programs, and related community development aid. Discussed the impact of Deficit reduction proposals and sequestration on Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security and on vital health, social, housing and transportation programs. (no bill) Discussed S. 1351, the INFORM Act. Discussed H.J.Res. 59/H.R. 2775, Continuing Appropriations Resolutions, 2014. Sent letter to Congress to urge that the House and Senate take steps to avoid default on our national debt and avoid risking benefits for current Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries. (no bill) Sent letter to President Obama to urge that he take steps with Congress to avoid default on our national debt and avoid risking benefits for current Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries. (no bill) Sent letter to Budget Conference Committee chairs urging they reject harmful cuts to Social Security and Medicare benefits for the purpose of achieving deficit reduction or as a tradeoff for scheduled sequestration cuts or other government spending. (no bill) Lobbied to prevent the inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid cuts for the purpose of achieving deficit reduction, a budget agreement, or as a tradeoff for scheduled sequestration cuts or other government spending. Met with Administration officials regarding Social Security and the FY 2015 budget. H.R. 3547/H.J.R. 59/H.R. 2775/H.J.R. 106, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and healthcare-related regulation. Discussed Presidents Budget. Discussed ACL FY 2015 budget.

S. 1284, Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations, 2014 - Lobbied to protect job training, and employee retiree benefits. S. 1391/H.R. 2852, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Urged support for this bill to restore legal standards on employment discrimination.S. 878/H.R. 1844, Arbitration Fairness Act - AARP went on record in support of bill. H.R. 3547/H.J.R. 59/H.R. 2775/H.J.R. 106, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect job training, equal employment and employee retiree benefits. S. 1797/S.1845/H.R. 3979, Extension of Emergency Unemployment Insurance - Supported renewal of program and opposed using Social Security disability funds to pay for it. Discussed implementation of minimum wage and overtime for home care workers and consumer-directed care. Discussed senior living industry. (no bill)

Pub. Law 111-203, Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act - Discussed implementation of legislation. Responded to requests for comment with regard to Payday Lending, Mandatory Arbitration, "Larger Participants" (non-bank), and Bank Overdraft Fees.Discussed response to requests for comment with regard to Student Loan Affordability and Authority to restrict Mandatory Pre-Dispute Arbitration. Lobbied against H.R. 3035 the "Mobile Informational Call Act" of 2011. Responded to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau request for comment on "Procedural Rules to Establish Supervisory Authority over Certain Nonbank Covered Persons Based on Risk Determination. Responded to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau request for comment on Senior Financial Exploitation. Submitted comment letter to the CFPB on Integrated Mortgage Disclosure under RESPA and TILA Docket No. CFPB-2012-0028. Submitted comments to the CFPB on effective financial education, Docket No. CFPB 2012-0030. H.R. 2786/S.1371, Financial Services and General Government Appropriations bill, 2014 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for SEC, CFIC and CFPB, enforcement of consumer protection laws and agencies. H. R. 1953, Senior Fraud Prevention Act - Expressed support for bill and urged cosponsorship. S. 807, Letter of Support for the Plain Writing Act for Regulations. S. 1358, Letter in support of the Senior Fraud Prevention Act. Letter from AARP and Americans Act for Financial Reform (AFR) to the House urging opposition to a package of bills that would weaken CFPB's structure and funding mechanism. S. 878/H.R. 1844, Arbitration Fairness Act - AARP went on record in support of the bills. H.R. 3547, H.J.R. 59/H.R. 2775, H.J.R. 106, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for SEC, CFIC and CFPB, enforcement of consumer portection laws and agencies. H.R. 3193, Consumer Financial Freedom and Washington Accountability Act - Letter in opposition to bill to weaken the CFPB. Sent letter to CFPB to correct abusive debt collection practices, Docket 2013-0033, RIN 3170-AA41.

S. 2037, Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act and various proposals (113th Congress). S. 462, Elder Abuse Victims Act of 2011 - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect.S. 1028, OAA Amendments of 2013 - Discussed various reauthorization amendments. H.R. 3850, OAA Reauthorization Act of 2014 - Discussed urging introduction and passage of a simple bill. S. 1562, OAA Reauthorization Act of 2014 - Discussed urging introduction and passage of a simple bill. H.R. 4122, OAA Reauthorization Act of 2014 - Discussed urging introduction and passage of a simple bill. Discussed with ACL and AOA officials in a briefings on elder abuse, guardianship, OAA data collection and Presidential Budget proposals. H.R.2883/S. 1542 (112th Congress), Child and Family Services Improvement and Innovation Act - Discussed provisions supporting grandparents raising grandkids. S. 465, Senior Financial Empowerment Act of 2011 - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect. S. 464, Elder Abuse in Later Life Act of 2011 - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect. S.2077/H.R. 866, Elder Abuse Prevention Act (112th Congress) - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect. S. 1263/H.R. 112, Silver Alert Act - Discussed elder abuse issues of 2011. S. 2037, Older Americans Act Amendments of 2012 - Discussed legislation. S. 1744, Guardian Accountability and Senior Protection Act - Supported legislation (112th Congress). S. 1982, Improving Care for Vulnerable Older Citizens through Workforce Advancement Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation. Discussed elder abuse issues, ARDC's and the World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. S.3358, Responding to urgent needs of survivors of the Holocaust Act - Discussed the improvement of services under OAA. Discussed legislation on Guardianship and Elder Abuse Prevention. (no bill) S. 1284, Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations, 2014 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for Older Americans Act programs. S. 1028, OAA Reauthorization - Advocated adoption of a simple OAA reauthorization bill. Discussed House OAA Reauthorization by advocating adoption of simple OAA reauthorization bill. (no bill) S. 975, Court Appointed Guardian Accountability Act - Discussed necessary changes to bill. Discussed Seniors Fraud Protection Act (H.R. 1953/S. 1358) and Elder Protection and Abuse Prevention Act (S. 1019) and health care scams. Discussed support of compromise Senate OAA requthorization bill by HELP Committee Leadership. (no bill) Discussed support of S. 1358, Seniors Fraud Prevention Act of 2013. S. 1562, HELP Compromise OAA Reauthorization Bill- AARP supports bipartisan bill. AARP promotes similar simple OAA Reauthorization in House. (no bill) Discussed OAA Reauthorization proposals with AOA officials. H.R. 3547/H.J.R. 59/H.R. 2775/H.J.R. 106, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for Older Americans Act programs. Discussed Older Americans Act program data collection with the Administration for Community Living. Discussed OAA data collection comment letter submission, Elder Justice Act Reauthorization, and OAA Reauthorization (ACL) Discussed family caregiving broadly and in relation to the VA; shared AARP family caregiving research. (no bill) Discussed evaluation of community evidence-based programs and caregiver studies (ACL).

H.J. Resolution 59/H.R. 2775/S. 1284 - Discussed poverty and hunger issues.Discussed increasing senior representation in CDC studies and supported public participation in samples. Lobbied against inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid legislation affecting benefit levels or service delivery in any budget deal, and urged congress to not reduce spending levels below current services levels for various non-security discretionary programs, including Health Care (including Rx, medical research and premium support), Social Security (administrative expenses), Older Americans Act Supportive Service, Nutrition and Caregiver programs, Low Income Home Energy Assistance, Weatherization, Elderly Housing and Transit/Transportation, Legal and Taxpayer Assistance, Consumer and Worker Protections and Postal Services. Discussed Social Security Administration's Representative Payee program's current and future challenges. (no bill) H.R. 3547/H.J.R.59/H.R. 2775/H.J.R. 106, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. Discussed implementation of Windsor decision at the Social Security Administration with Congressional staff. H.R. 3695 - To provide a temporary extension of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 and amendments made by that Act, as previously extended and amended and with certain additional modifications and exceptions, to suspend permanent price support authorities, and for other purposes. H.R. 2642 - Oppose farm bill that authorizes only farm programs for five years and severs nutrition programs. S. 954, Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2013 - Support Senate Authorization of Farm Bill despite concerns about SNAP cuts. H.R. 3102, Nutrition Reform and Work Opportunity Act of 2013 - Oppose House Nutrition only bill to reauthorize USDA nutrition programs for only three years with cuts and apart from the Farm Bill. Discussed events related to the government shut down.

H. R. 933, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial, employment and health care-related regulation.H.J.R. 59, Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. Budget Conference Committee - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs. (no bill) S. Con. Res. 8, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.R. 2787/S. 1329, The Commerce, Justice and Science Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect consumer protection programs within jurisdiction of subcommittee. H.R. 2786/S.1371, The Financial Services and General Government Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect consumer protection programs and implementation of ACA health insurance exchanges. H.R. 2410/S. 1244 - Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect funding for nutrition and FDA drug processing. S. 1284, The Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect employment, health and human services and energy assistance programs for seniors, disabled and low income assistance. H.R. 2610/S. 1243, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill, 2014 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for senior housing and transportation programs, and related community development aid. Discussed the impact of Deficit reduction proposals and sequestration on Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security and on vital health, social, housing and transportation programs. (no bill) Discussed S. 1351, the INFORM Act. Discussed H.J.Res. 59/H.R. 2775, Continuing Appropriations Resolutions, 2014. Sent letter to Congress to urge that the House and Senate take steps to avoid default on our national debt and avoid risking benefits for current Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries. (no bill) Sent letter to President Obama to urge that he take steps with Congress to avoid default on our national debt and avoid risking benefits for current Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries. (no bill) Sent letter to Budget Conference Committee chairs urging they reject harmful cuts to Social Security and Medicare benefits for the purpose of achieving deficit reduction or as a tradeoff for scheduled sequestration cuts or other government spending. (no bill) Lobbied to prevent the inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid cuts for the purpose of achieving deficit reduction, a budget agreement, or as a tradeoff for scheduled sequestration cuts or other government spending. (no bill) Met with Administration officials regarding Social Security and the FY 2015 budget.

DOL Rulemaking on Wage Protection for Home Care Workers - Discussed with DOL issues surrounding implementation of the final regulations.S. 1284, Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations, 2014 - Lobbied to protect job training, and employee retiree benefits. S. 1391/H.R. 2852, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Urged support for this bill to restore legal standards on employment discrimination. S. 815, Employment Nondiscrimination Act - Supported passage in the Senate. S. 1224/H.R. 2509, Civil Justice Tax Fairness Act - AARP went on record in support of bill. S. 878/H.R. 1844, Arbitration Fairness Act - AARP went on record in support of bill. S. 1747/S. 1797/S. 1845, Emergency Unemployment Compensation Extension Act of 2013 - Discussed support for renewal with Senate staff. H.J.R. 59/H.R. 2775, Continuing Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect job training, equal employment and employee retiree benefits.)

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill) Discussed with lawmakers & the Administration to keep Social Security separate from all budget negotiations/deficit reduction measures and opposed proposals for a "Chained CPI"Discussed the Department of Labor's proposed new fiduciary duty regulation with Congressional staff. Discussed possible proposals to improve pension rights for participants and reform proposals to improve pension coverage and adequacy. ( no bill) Briefed Congress on AARP's "You've Earned A Say"- A national conversation on the future of Social Security and Medicare with AARP members and all Americans. Lobbied against cuts to Social Security benefits via the adoption of chained CPI to calculate annual cost of living adjustments for Social Security and Veterans benefits, among others. (no bill) S.500, the Keeping Our Social Security Promise Act - Discussed legislation to apply payroll taxes to employment and self-employment taxes to remuneration up to the contribution and benefit base and to remuneration in excess of $250,000. S. 308, the Protecting and Preserving Social Security Act - Discussed legislation to implement the CPI-E for annual Social Security COLA's and to eliminate the cap on maximum taxable wages under Social Security. S.567, the Strengthening Social Security Act - Discussed legislation to implement the CPI-E for annual Social Security COLA's and to eliminate the cap on maximum taxable wages under Social Security. Discussed current and future challenges of Social Security's Representative Payee program. (no bill) Discussed pending DOL regulations of summary documents for 401(k) fee disclosure. (no bill) Discussed with Congress and the Department of Treasury's Financial Management Service their efforts regarding the March 2013 move away from paper checks to electronic benefit payments for all Social Security beneficiaries. (no bill) S. Con. Res.8, Sanders Amendment to Senate Budget Resolution - to prevent cuts to Social Security via the adoption of chained CPI to calculate annual cost of living adjustments for Social Security and Veterans benefts, among others. S. Con.Res.8, AARP expressed opposition to the Ayotte amendment (#165) to prohibit the Department of Labor from implementing a proposal to expand the definition of "fiduciary" under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) to include appraisals of employee stock ownership plans. S. Con.Res. 8, AARP expressed opposition to the Isakson amendment (#571) to prohibit the Department of Labor from updating ERISA fiduciary protections to safeguard the savings of worker investments in retirement accounts. Testified on participants' rights concerns on Pension Plan "Derisking" to DOL's with ERISA Advisory Council. (no bill) Testified in Congress on concerns with reform proposals regarding multiemployer pension plans; discussed concerns with PBGC and Congressional staff. Conducted staff briefings on the importance of DOL and SEC efforts to update the definition of a fiduciary to better protect American investors and H.R. 2374. Letters sent to Hill on the importance of tax incentives for retirement and health plans. (no bill) Letter sent to the President to prioritize the nomination of a new commissioner for the Social Security Administration. (no bill) Submitted comments to the DOL in response to their Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) on the issue of lifetime income illustrations in periodic pension benefit statements of defined contributions pension plans such as 401(k) and 403(b) plans. (no bill) Submitted comments to the Ways and Means Committee in response to their request for comments from the public on chained CPI and other benefit reductions to Social Security. Further delivered 2.4 million petitions in response to these requests. (no bill) Discussed S. 1270, the SAFE Retirement Act. Discussed S. 1351, the INFORM Act. H. R. 1601, the SSI Restoration Act - Signed on to Leadership Council of Aging Organization's (LCAO) endorsement letter on legislation to update aspects of the Supplemental Security Income Program. Lobbied to prevent the inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid benefit cuts in any package pertaining to the continuing resolution or the debt ceiling. Discussed retirement bills in draft with multiple staffers. (no bill)Submitted written statement to the House Ways & Means Social Security Subcommittee for the record of their April 18, 2013, hearing to examine proposals by the President and bipartisan groups to more accurately measure inflation. (no bill) Submitted letter to the the House Ways & Means Social Security Subcommittee for the record of their May 23, 2013, hearing to examine bipartisan proposals to adjust Social Security benefits and their impacts on the program's finances, beneficiaries, workers, and the economy. (no bill) H.R. 2229, the Safeguarding Social Security Numbers Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation with Hill staff to establish a universal standard for the truncation of Social Security Numbers to prevent identity theft and fraud. H.R. 2171/S. 1145, the Lifetime Income Disclosure Act - Support for bipartisan legislation to express on annual 401(k) benefit statements the approximate annuity value of the lump sum value of the account. Discussed potential AARP comments to the Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration's Announcement of Proposed Rulemaking on lifetime income illustrations given to participants in defined contribution pension plans, such as 401(k) and 403(b) plans. (no bill) Discussed with officials from DOL Employee Benefits Security Administration the planned re-proposal of regulations to update the definition of a fiduciary for ERISA covered pension plans. (no bill) H.R. 2374, the Retail Investor Protection Act - Expressed opposition to H.R. 2374 to delay the DOL's planned re-proposal of regulations to update the definition of a fiduciary for ERISA covered pension plans until 60 days after the potential release of similar regulations by the Securities and Exchange Commission. H.R. 2154, the CPI for Seniors Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation to implement a Consumer Price Index for Seniors for calculating annual Social Security cost of living adjustments. Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security benefit cuts and protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs in any Deficit Reduction proposals and from enhanced redutions under sequestration. (no bill) H.R. 2374, Letter and lobbying in opposition to this bill that would delay or prevent a DOL proposed rulemaking on Fiduciary Duty. Conducted briefings in both House and Senate. Met with DOL officials to urge reissuance of a proposed rul to update fiduciary duty as it applies to ERISA. (no bill) Letter to Senate urging members not to sign a letter to OMB that would delay or prevent a DOL rulemaking on fiduciary duty. (no bill) H.J.R. 59/H.R. 2775, Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. Discussed and invited Members of Congress to speak at event on women's financial security. Sent letter to Congress to urge the House and Senate to take steps to avoid default on our national debt and avoid risking benefits for current Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries. (no bill) Sent letter to White House to urging the President to take steps with Congress to avoid default on our national debt and avoid risking benefits for current Social Security and Medicare beneficiaries. (no bill) Lobbied opposition to H.R. 2374, the Retail Investor Protection Act, voted on by the House in October 2013. Lobbied to prevent the inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid cuts for the purpose of achieving deficit reduction, a budget agreement, or as a tradeoff for scheduled sequestration cuts or other government spending. (no bill) Letter to OMB in opposition to a letter sent to the Agency by ten Senators urging that any DOL fiduciary duty rule be delayed until 60 days after completion of a related SEC proposal. Submitted testimony to Finance Committee for hearing on December 18th on Social Security. Discussed draft Social Security legislation with several Congressional staffers. (no bill)

Pub.Law 111-148 & 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care law that would reform the health care system to provide affordable quality health care, reduce drug costs and expand access to long-term services and supports. Discussed how to implement Medicaid provisions of Affordable Care Act. (PL. 111-148)S. 374, Medicare Mental Health Inpatient Equity Act - Lobbied in support of this legislation to eliminate the 190-day lifetime limit on Medicare coverage for in-patient psychiatric hospital services (112th). Discussed improving access to care for underserved population. (no bill) Discussed importance of maintaining low income subsididies and supports in Medicare. (no bill) Discussed the importance of coordinating services for those who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid in order to ensure that beneficiaries receive all needed benefits but there is no duplication. (no bill) Discussed whether, and under what circumstances, managed care could effectively be used to provide benefits to dual eligible beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed additional methods for fighting fraud and waste in Health Care. (no bill) Discussed Medigap and need for guaranteed issue for all populations and need to increase medical loss ratio. Discussed durable medical equipment bidding. (no bill) Lobbied for legislation to provide Medicare beneficiaries with additional opportunities to enroll in Medicare Part B.(no bill) Lobbied against the use of the Social Security account number on Government-issued identification cards issued in connection with Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP benefits and for other purposes. (no bill) Discussed support to curb waste and fraud from the Medicare and Medicaid programs. (no bill) H.R. 3630, Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 - Discussed the legislation as it pertained to SGR. Discussed family caregiving, long-term care, Older Americans Act, private LTC insurance. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid long-term services and supports. (no bill) Discussed Medicare Reform. (no bill) H.R. 2305/S. 1123, PRIME ACT (Preventing and Reducing Improper Medicare Expenditures) - Discussed support for bill and urged cosponsorship. Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs. (no bill) H.R. 1588/S. 740, Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed the Medicare Drug Savings Act to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income befeficiaries. (no bill) Discussed proposals that would establish per-capita caps under Medicaid as well as other Medicaid financing proposals including block grants and changes to the current FMAP structure. (no bill) S. 1439 - Discussed and endorsed the Care Planning Act of 2013. Discussed status of regulations regarding disclosure of nursing home ownership. (no bill) Discussed regulations defining whether a home and community-based setting in medicaid and state data on ome and community-based services spending. (no bill) Discussed family caregiver assessment in proposed regulations and shared a report on the topics. (no bill) Discussed measures for re-balancing in medicaid managed LTSS waivers and dual demonstration programs in sign on letter to CMS. (no bill) H.R. 1717 - Discussed Medicare DMEPOS Market Pricing Program Act. H.R. 3531 - Discussed Creating Access to Rehabilitation for Every Senior (CARES) Act.Discussed Medicare Graduate Nursing Education pilot design. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Affordability. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Shortages. (no bill) H.R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. H.R. 2576 - Discussion to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the calculation of modified adjusted gross income for purposes of determining eligibility for certain healthcare-related programs. Discussed opposition to caps on dual eligibles; discussed managed care and dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed with CMS demonstration programs for dual eligibles and process related to the demonstrations, as well as other work of the Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office, discussed consumer choice and continuity of care in Medicaid managed long-term services and supports programs, discussed focus groups on dual eligibles. Discussed Medicaid managed care and long-term services and supports broadly. Discussed Hospital & Critical Access Hospitals Conditions of Participation proposed regulations; requested that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians assistants be allowed the full scope of services in hospital admitting and visiting privileges. (no bill) Discussed Hospital Outpatient Therapeutic Services Final Rule underscoring that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians should be allowed to supervise such outpatient service clinics without physician oversight as long as in line with state scope of practice laws. (no bill) Discussed health disparities. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare/Medicaid "dual eligibles" integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations; and other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) Discussed the AARP Initiative called "You've Earned a Say". (no bill) S. 3586, Recruiting Individuals to Drive Elders (RIDE) Act - Discussed Medicaid non-emergency transportation bill (112th). Discussed proposals that would establish per-capita caps under Medicaid as well as other Medicaid financing proposals including block grants and changes to the current FMAP structure. (no bill) Discussed extension of funding originally provided under the Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act (P.L. 110-275) to State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs), Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRICs), and Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) for Medicare outreach and enrollment counseling. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of cuts to beneficiaries in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of an increase in the age of eligibility in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the patch to the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed concerns of block granting Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed the Kansas and Florida managed long-term services and supports waiver proposals and related implementation issues. (no bill). H.R.928/S.408, the Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed requirement for drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed Health Disparities. (no bill) Discussed medicare demonstration project replacing standard medicare cards with Smart Card technology. (no bill) H.R. 574 - The Medicare Physician Payment Innovation Act of 2013.H.R. 1179/S.569, Improving Access to Medicare Act - Discussed support of Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act and urged cosponsorship and advancement of the bill. Discussed comments regarding Medicare and You handbook. (no bill) Discussed CMS information regarding healthcare marketplaces. H. R. 933, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. S. Con. Res. 8, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation.Lobbied on expected "QM" safe harbor amendment. (The amendment was not offered) H.R. 2305/S.1123, Preventing and Reducing Improper Medicare and Medicaid Expenditures Act. Bill reduces waste, fraud, and abuse in Medicare and Medicaid programs. Discussed Competitive bidding of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies. (no bill) Discussed repeal of Affordable Care Act provision making prescriptions necessary for over-the-counter drugs purchased with flexible spending accounts. (no bill) Discussed Medicare supplemental coverage. (no bill) Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug cost. (no bill) Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed Recruiting Individuals to Drive Our Elders Act (RIDE) would increase state flexibility by giving states the option to receive federal assistance to reimburse their volunteer drivers for no-load miles. (no bill) Discussed the Medicare Adult Day Services Act. (no bill) Discussed the Commission on Long-Term Care and Senate Aging Committee hearing and long-term care generally. H.J.R. 59/H.R. 2775, Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. S. 1284, Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income beneficiares. (no bill) Discussed pending U.S. trade agreement negotiations, including trade promotional or 'fast track' authority, and their potential impact on Medicare and Medicaid prescription drug programs. (no bill) H.R. 2810/S. 1871 - Discussed SGR repeal and health care extender provisions, including the Qualified Individual low-income Medicare beneficiary assistance program. Discussed fraud, Medicare home healthcare, ways to find savings in Medicare without harming Medicare beneficiaries (care coordination, prescription drugs, waste, fraud and abuse). Discussed new report on observation services that included policy recommendations. Discussed you've earned a say, ways to find savings in medicare without harming medicare beneficiaries (care coordination, prescriotion drugs, waste, fraud and abuse).Discussed and shared invitation for a Hill briefing on innovation and progress in long-term services and supports. (no bill) Submitted and shared written testimony for the record for the Senate Aging Committee hearing on the future of Long-Term Care Policy and Continuing the Conversation. (no bill) Discussed Medicare Advantage. H.R. 3616, Protecting Seniors from Medicare Act- Sent letters endorsing bill. H.R. 2810, The SGR Repeal and Medicare Beneficiary Improvement Act - Sent letters endorsing bill. Discussed observation care and "two-midnight rule".

Discussed poverty and hunger issues. (no bill) Discussed SNAP. (no bill)Discussed increasing senior representation in CDC studies and supported public participation in samples. Lobbied against inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid legislation affecting benefit levels or service delivery in any budget deal, and urged congress to not reduce spending levels below current services levels for various non-security discretionary programs, including Health Care (including Rx, medical research and premium support), Social Security (administrative expenses), Older Americans Act Supportive Service, Nutrition and Caregiver programs, Low Income Home Energy Assistance, Weatherization, Elderly Housing and Transit/Transportation, Legal and Taxpayer Assistance, Consumer and Worker Protections and Postal Services. Discussed Social Security Administration's Representative Payee program's current and future challenges. (no bill) H.J.R.59/H.R. 2775, Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. Discussed implementation of Windsor decision at the Social Security Administration with Congressional staff. H.R. 3695 - To provide a temporary extension of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 and amendments made by that Act, as previously extended and amended and with certain additional modifications and exceptions, to suspend permanent price support authorities, and for other purposes. H.R. 2642 - Oppose farm bill that authorizes only farm programs for five years and severs nutrition programs. S. 954, Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2013 - Support Senate Authorization of Farm Bill despite concerns about SNAP cuts. H.R. 3102, Nutrition Reform and Work Opportunity Act of 2013 - Oppose House Nutrition only bill to reauthorize USDA nutrition programs for only three years with cuts and apart from the Farm Bill. Discussed events related to the government shut down.

Discussion of transportation issues for the reauthorization of MAP-21. AARP interests include increasing funding for public transit and special needs para-transit services, promotion of older driver and pedestrian safety, expanding adoption of planning and design features to better accommodate all roadway users and strengthening connections between transportation and land use planning.Discussed legislation regarding roadway design and policy enhancements to promote safety for older drivers and pedestrians and increased access to specialized and public transportation for older adults. (no bill) H. R. 933, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. S. Con. Res. 8, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. Lobbied on expected "QM" safe harbor amendment. (The amendment was not offered) H.R. 2468, The Safe Streets Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation to ensure that new or improved federally-funded roadways are planned, designed, operated, and maintained to safely accomodate all roadway users. H.R. 2610/S. 1243, Transportation and Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill, 2014 - Discussed Integrated Planning and Investment Grants Program to help communities to increase their capacity to create jobs, cut traffic congestion, improve air quality, protect rural areas, and create more affordable living and transportation choices. Also, lobbied to protect funding levels for senior housing and transportation programs, and related community development aid. Discussed the need to improve human services transportation coordination.

Discussed importance of potential savings both to consumers and to the federal government of granting Secretarial Negotiating Authority to Secretary of HHS on Medicare Part D. (no bill)Discussed legislative intent with respect to biologic drugs and the exclusivity period; and discussed importance of potential savings to the health care system generally. (no bill) Discussed need for greater consumer safety protections both in OTC and prescription drugs. (no bill) Discussed need for doctors to get unbiased information on prescription pharmaceuticals through programs like academic detailing. (no bill) Discussed possible savings and better health care outcomes that could result from Medication Therapy Management. (no bill) Pub. Law 111-148 and 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care legislation to reform the health care system to provide quality healthcare, expand access to long-term services and supports, and reduced prescription drug costs. Discussed greater affordability of generic versions of both generic and biologic drugs. S. 319, Pharmaceutical Market Access and Drug Safety Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation that establishes a framework for the safe, legal importation of lower-priced prescription drugs from abroad. S. 1206, Medicare Drug Savings Act of 2011 - Discussed rebates in Medicare Part D as a cost savings measure in Medicare that does not harm beneficiaries. H. R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied on legislation to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. S. 27, Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act of 2011- Lobbied for this legislation preventing abuses in patent settlements between generic and brand name prescription drug companies. S. 1886/H.R. 3468 of 2011- Discussed counterfeit drug penalty enhancement. Discussed prescription drug safety, drug shortage, and medical device safety, and related user fee legislation. S. 2193 of 2012, the Ensuring Safe Medical Devices for Patients Act - Discussed legislation to include devices in the post-market risk identification and analysis system for prescription drugs and to expedite the implementation of the unique device identification system for medical devices. Discussed draft legislation to address the issue of whether generic drug manufacturers have a duty to include new warnings about potentially serious side effects on their labels as they become known by giving generic drug makers the same ability to update their labeling as manufacturers of brand name drugs. (no bill) S.3187, Food and Drug Administration safety and Innovation Act - FDA user fee agreement legislation focusing on the review process for prescription drugs and medical devices, prescription drug safety, drug shortages, medical device safety and access to generic drugs. S.3212, Cody Miller Initiative for Safer Prescriptions Act - To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to promulgate regulations regarding the authorship, content, format, and dissemination of Patient Medication information. Discussed pay-for-delay agreements as tactic by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market, and the Fair and Immediate Release of Generics Drugs Act that would address the underlying issue of "parked exclusivities" in the Hatch-Waxman Act (S.1882). Discussed the issue of biosimilar drug naming and how biosimilars should use a common International Non-proprietary name as reference originator biologic products. (no bill) S. 504, the Fair and Immediate Release of Generic Drugs Act/S.214, the Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Discussed the Patient Safety and Generic Labeling Improvement Act. (no bill)Discussed Unique Device Identification (UDI) issues including proposed rules and implementation. (no bill) Discussed oversight of laboratory genetic testing. (no bill) Discussed AARP's concerns with prescription drug costs. (no bill) S.117, Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act - Discussed bill that allows medicare to negotiate medicare prescription drug prices with drug companies. S.504/S.214, The Fair and Immediate Release of Generics Drugs Act/Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Discussed legislation to address pay-for-delay agreements used by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market. Discussed the exclusivity period for biologic drugs. (no bill) Discussed the Patient Safety and Generic Labeling Improvement Act. (no bill) Discussed biologic drug issues including implementation of the new approval pathway for biosimilar drugs. (no bill)

S. 2037, Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act and various proposals (113th Congress). S. 462, Elder Abuse Victims Act of 2011 - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect.H.R.2883/S. 1542 (112th Congress), Child and Family Services Improvement and Innovation Act - Discussed provisions supporting grandparents raising grandkids. S. 465, Senior Financial Empowerment Act of 2011 - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect. S. 464, Elder Abuse in Later Life Act of 2011 - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect. S.2077/H.R. 866, Elder Abuse Prevention Act (112th Congress) - Continued advocacy to develop legislative and regulatory policy to protect seniors from abuse, exploitation and neglect. S. 1263/H.R. 112, Silver Alert Act - Discussed elder abuse issues of 2011. S. 2037, Older Americans Act Amendments of 2012 - Discussed legislation. S. 1744, Guardian Accountability and Senior Protection Act - Supported legislation (112th Congress). S. 1982, Improving Care for Vulnerable Older Citizens through Workforce Advancement Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation. Discussed elder abuse issues, ARDC's and the World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. S.3358, Responding to urgent needs of survivors of the Holocaust Act - Discussed the improvement of services under OAA. Discussed legislation on Guardianship and Elder Abuse Prevention. (no bill) S. 1284, Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations, 2014 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for Older Americans Act programs. S. 1028, OAA Reauthorization - Advocated adoption of a simple OAA reauthorization bill. Discussed House OAA Reauthorization by advocating adoption of simple OAA reauthorization bill. (no bill) S. 975, Court Appointed Guardian Accountability Act - Discussed necessary changes to bill. Discussed Seniors Fraud Protection Act (H.R. 1953/S. 1358) and Elder Protection and Abuse Prevention Act (S. 1019) and health care scams. Discussed support of compromise Senate OAA requthorization bill by HELP Committee Leadership. (no bill) Discussed support of S. 1358, Seniors Fraud Prevention Act of 2013. S. 1562, HELP Compromise OAA Reauthorization Bill- AARP supports bipartisan bill. AARP promotes similar simple OAA Reauthorization in House. (no bill) Discussed OAA Reauthorization proposals with AOA officials. H.J.R. 59/H.R. 2775, Continuing Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for Older Americans Act programs.

S.452, Medicare Diabetes Prevention Act - Discussed bill with Senate. Discussed draft language on senior mental health with Senate HELP Committee staff. (no bill) Discussed Medicare Reform (no bill) Discussed Age Rating in the ACA and rate shock. (no bill)Lobbied on preserving funding for the ACA; defended meaningful use of the ACA. (no bill) Discussed need to increase health information technology quality measurements and access to qualified systems. (no bill) H.R. 1099, To repeal the Prevention and Public Health Fund - Lobbied against the repeal of the Prevention and Public Health Trust Fund, an important component in state and community efforts to prevent illness and promote health. Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed Accountable Care Organization and Medical Shared savings. (no bill) Discussed Rate Review. (no bill) Discussed Internal Appeals and External Review Process. (no bill) Discussed Medicare reimbursement issues. Lobbied in support of Medicare physician payment reform. Discussed legislation to make prescription drugs more affordable to older Americans. S. 1416/H.R. 2645 (112th Congress), Medigap Medical Loss Ratio Improvement Act of 2011. Discussed coverage for screening depression and screening and counseling for alcohol misuse. (no bill) Discussed consumer operated and oriented plan programs. (no bill) Discussed standards related to risk adjustment, reinsurance, and risk mitigation as they relate to exchanges. (no bill) H.R.2077, MLR Repeal Act of 2011 - Expressed opposition to the elimination of provision in the Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148)Discussed opposition to draft legislation regarding the elimination of grandfathered status. (no bill) Discussed association health plans with DOL, HHS and DOT. (no bill) Discussed quality and care coordination with HHS. (no bill) Discussed Essential Health Benefits with HHS. (no bill) Discussed employer affordability safe harbor. (no bill) Discussed health insurance exchanges - eligibility, enrollment, premium tax credits. (no bill) Discussed Basic Health Plans. (no bill) Discussed Medigap reform. (no bill) Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed role of grandfathered plans. (no bill) Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act and other amendments to the OAA. (no bill) Discussed dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed support for H.R. 2181, Safe Foods for Seniors Act of 2013. Discussed S.1119, Positive Aging Act of 2013. H.R. 2641, Farm Program bill-Discussed the severed nutrition programs from Farm Bill. S. 562, Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act - Discussed the bill for eventual endorsement. Discussed Care Corps. (no bill) Discussed grandparents raising grandchildren and ACA provision extending coverage to those under age 26. (no bill) Discussed need to suport family caregivers and long-term services and supports. (no bill) Discussed repeal of medical device tax. (no bill) Discussed consumer directed care. (no bill) Discussed policy related to dementia. (no bill) Discussed no wrong door system. (no bill) Discussed data on LTSS and women. (no bill)Discussed FTC participation in state scope of practice issues. Also sent follow-up items for their review. (no bill) Discussed Social Security programs. (no bill) Lobbied against cuts to the health care prevention fund. (no bill) Discussed deficit reduction issues dealing with Medicare and Medicaid including concerns over increasing Medicare's age of eligibility, chained CPI, payroll tax holiday extension, and cuts to Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed Affordable Care Medicaid expansion issues. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services. Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid expansion implementation, as included in the ACA (P.L. 111-140). Discussed Medicaid including concerns over cuts to Medicaid flexibility and Medicaid structural reforms to. (no bill) PL 112-240 of 2012, American Taxpayer Relief Act - Discussed the Commission on Long-Term Care and and service delivery workforce and caregiving, financing and related long-term care issues and data. Discussed implementation of the Affordable Care Act, its provisions and H.R. 95 to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. H. R. 933, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. S. Con. Res. 8/ H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.R. 1549, Helping Sick Americans Now Act - Discussed cuts to the health care prevention fund. S. 1284, The Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect employment, health and human services and energy assistance programs for seniors, disabled and low income assistance. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including questions related to the use of premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid. (no bill) H.R. 1263, Excellence in Mental Health Act - Discussed the bill for eventual endorsement. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to use premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services. Discussed perspectives on proposed ideas for legislation to address health disparities with HHS and CMS officials. H.J.R. 59/H.R. 2775, Continuing Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect employment, health and human services and energy assistance programs for seniors, disabled and low income assistance.

Discussed support for legislation to restore ADEA standards law to pre-2009 state. (no bill)DOL Rulemaking on Wage Protections for Home Care Workers - Urged DOLto approve issuance of final regulations, with some key changes. S. 1284, Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations, 2014 - Lobbied to protect job training, equal employment and employee retiree benefits. Urged EEOC Commissioners to take action against mandatory retirement policies. S. 1391/H.R. 2852, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Discussed support for the bill.

Discussion of transportation issues for the reauthorization, MAP-21. AARP interests include increasing funding for public transit and special needs para-transit services, promotion of older driver and pedestrian safety, expanding adoption of planning and design features to better accommodate all roadway users and strengthening connections between transportation and land use planning.Discussed legislation regarding roadway design and policy enhancements to promote safety for older drivers and pedestrians and increased access to specialized and public transportation for older adults. (no bill) H. R. 933, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. S. Con. Res. 8, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. Lobbied on expected "QM" safe harbor amendment. (The amendment was not offered) H.R. 2468, The Safe Streets Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation to ensure that new or improved federally-funded roadways are planned, designed, operated, and maintained to safely accomodate all roadway users. H.R. 2610/S. 1243, Transportation and Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill, 2014 - Discussed Integrated Planning and Investment Grants Program to help communities to increase their capacity to create jobs, cut traffic congestion, improve air quality, protect rural areas, and create more affordable living and transportation choices. Also, lobbied to protect funding levels for senior housing and transportation programs, and related community development aid.

H. R. 933, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial, employment and health care-related regulation.S. Con. Res. 8, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.R. 2787/S. 1329, The Commerce, Justice and Science Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect consumer protection programs within jurisdiction of subcommittee. H.R. 2786/S.1371, The Financial Services and General Government Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect consumer protection programs and implementation of ACA health insurance exchanges. H.R. 2410/S. 1244 - Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect funding for nutrition and FDA drug processing. S. 1284, The Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect employment, health and human services and energy assistance programs for seniors, disabled and low income assistance. H.R. 2610/S. 1243, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill, 2014 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for senior housing and transportation programs, and related community development aid. Discussed the impact of Deficit reduction proposals and sequestration on Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security and on vital health, social, housing and transportation programs. (no bill) Discussed S. 1351, the INFORM Act. Discussed H.J.Res. 59, Continuing Appropriations Resolutions, 2014.

Pub.Law 111-148 & 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care law that would reform the health care system to provide affordable quality health care, reduce drug costs and expand access to long-term services and supports. Discussed how to implement Medicaid provisions of Affordable Care Act. (PL. 111-148)S. 374, Medicare Mental Health Inpatient Equity Act - Lobbied in support of this legislation to eliminate the 190-day lifetime limit on Medicare coverage for in-patient psychiatric hospital services (112th). Discussed improving access to care for underserved population. (no bill) Discussed importance of maintaining low income subsididies and supports in Medicare. (no bill) Discussed the importance of coordinating services for those who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid in order to ensure that beneficiaries receive all needed benefits but there is no duplication. (no bill) Discussed whether, and under what circumstances, managed care could effectively be used to provide benefits to dual eligible beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed additional methods for fighting fraud and waste in Health Care. (no bill) Discussed Medigap and need for guaranteed issue for all populations and need to increase medical loss ratio. Discussed durable medical equipment bidding. (no bill) Lobbied for legislation to provide Medicare beneficiaries with additional opportunities to enroll in Medicare Part B.(no bill) Lobbied against the use of the Social Security account number on Government-issued identification cards issued in connection with Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP benefits and for other purposes. (no bill) Discussed support to curb waste and fraud from the Medicare and Medicaid programs. (no bill) H.R. 3630, Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 - Discussed the legislation as it pertained to SGR. Discussed family caregiving, long-term care, Older Americans Act, private LTC insurance. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid long-term services and supports. (no bill) Discussed Florida's managed long-term services and supports medicaid waiver and their 1115 waiver proposal. Discussed Senior Navigation and Planning and feedback (S.3684 in 112th Congress/no bill # in 113th Congress). Discussed Medicare Reform. (no bill) H.R. 2305/S. 1123, PRIME ACT (Preventing and Reducing Improper Medicare Expenditures) - Discussed support for bill and urged cosponsorship. Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug costs. (no bill) H.R. 1588/S. 740, Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed the Medicare Drug Savings Act to require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income befeficiaries. (no bill) Discussed proposals that would establish per-capita caps under Medicaid as well as other Medicaid financing proposals including block grants and changes to the current FMAP structure. (no bill)Discussed Medicare Graduate Nursing Education pilot design. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Affordability. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Shortages. (no bill) H.R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. H.R. 2576 - Discussion to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the calculation of modified adjusted gross income for purposes of determining eligibility for certain healthcare-related programs. Discussed opposition to caps on dual eligibles; discussed managed care and dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed with CMS demonstration programs for dual eligibles and process related to the demonstrations, as well as other work of the Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office, discussed consumer choice and continuity of care in Medicaid managed long-term services and supports programs, discussed focus groups on dual eligibles. Discussed Medicaid managed care and long-term services and supports broadly. Discussed Hospital & Critical Access Hospitals Conditions of Participation proposed regulations; requested that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians assistants be allowed the full scope of services in hospital admitting and visiting privileges. (no bill) Discussed Hospital Outpatient Therapeutic Services Final Rule underscoring that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians should be allowed to supervise such outpatient service clinics without physician oversight as long as in line with state scope of practice laws. (no bill) Discussed health disparities. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare/Medicaid "dual eligibles" integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations; and other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) Discussed the AARP Initiative called "You've Earned a Say". (no bill) S. 3586, Recruiting Individuals to Drive Elders (RIDE) Act - Discussed Medicaid non-emergency transportation bill (112th). Discussed proposals that would establish per-capita caps under Medicaid as well as other Medicaid financing proposals including block grants and changes to the current FMAP structure. (no bill) Discussed extension of funding originally provided under the Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act (P.L. 110-275) to State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs), Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRICs), and Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) for Medicare outreach and enrollment counseling. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of cuts to beneficiaries in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of an increase in the age of eligibility in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the patch to the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed concerns of block granting Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed the Kansas and Florida managed long-term services and supports waiver proposals and related implementation issues. (no bill). H.R.928/S.408, the Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed requirement for drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed Health Disparities. (no bill) Discussed medicare demonstration project replacing standard medicare cards with Smart Card technology. (no bill) H.R. 574 - The Medicare Physician Payment Innovation Act of 2013.H.R. 1179/S.569, Improving Access to Medicare Act - Discussed support of Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act and urged cosponsorship. Discussed comments regarding Medicare and You handbook. (no bill) Discussed CMS information regarding healthcare marketplaces. H.R. 1173, Personalize Your Care Act - Discussed the bill and advance care planning issues. Bill provides coverage for voluntary advance care planning consultations. H. R. 933, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. S. Con. Res. 8, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation.Lobbied on expected "QM" safe harbor amendment. (The amendment was not offered) H.R. 2305/S.1123, Preventing and Reducing Improper Medicare and Medicaid Expenditures Act. Bill reduces waste, fraud, and abuse in Medicare and Medicaid programs. Discussed Competitive bidding of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies. (no bill) Discussed repeal of Affordable Care Act provision making prescriptions necessary for over-the-counter drugs purchased with flexible spending accounts. (no bill) Discussed Medicare supplemental coverage. (no bill) Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug cost. (no bill) H.R. 1588/S.740, Medicare Drug Savings Act - Would require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for durgs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed Recruiting Individuals to Drive Our Elders Act (RIDE) would increase state flexibility by giving states the option to receive federal assistance to reimburse their volunteer drivers for no-load miles. (no bill) Discussed the Medicare Adult Day Services Act. (no bill) Discussed the Commission on Long-Term Care. H.J.R. 59, Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. S. 1284, Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation.

S.452, Medicare Diabetes Prevention Act - Discussed bill with Senate. Discussed draft language on senior mental health with Senate HELP Committee staff. (no bill) Discussed Medicare Reform (no bill) Discussed Age Rating in the ACA and rate shock. (no bill)Lobbied on preserving funding for the ACA; defended meaningful use of the ACA. (no bill) Discussed need to increase health information technology quality measurements and access to qualified systems. (no bill) H.R. 1099, To repeal the Prevention and Public Health Fund - Lobbied against the repeal of the Prevention and Public Health Trust Fund, is an important component in state and community efforts to prevent illness and promote health. Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed Accountable Care Organization and Medical Shared savings. (no bill) Discussed Rate Review. (no bill) Discussed Internal Appeals and External Review Process. (no bill) Discussed Medicare reimbursement issues. Lobbied in support of Medicare physician payment reform. Discussed legislation to make prescription drugs more affordable to older Americans. S. 1416/H.R. 2645 (112th Congress), Medigap Medical Loss Ratio Improvement Act of 2011. Discussed coverage for screening depression and screening and counseling for alcohol misuse. (no bill) Discussed consumer operated and oriented plan programs. (no bill) Discussed standards related to risk adjustment, reinsurance, and risk mitigation as they relate to exchanges. (no bill) H.R.2077, MLR Repeal Act of 2011 - Expressed opposition to the elimination of provision in the Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148)Discussed opposition to draft legislation regarding the elimination of grandfathered status. (no bill) Discussed association health plans with DOL, HHS and DOT. (no bill) Discussed quality and care coordination with HHS. (no bill) Discussed Essential Health Benefits with HHS. (no bill) Discussed employer affordability safe harbor. (no bill) Discussed health insurance exchanges - eligibility, enrollment, premium tax credits. (no bill) Discussed Basic Health Plans. (no bill) Discussed Medigap reform. (no bill) Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed role of grandfathered plans. (no bill) Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act and other amendments to the OAA. (no bill) Discussed dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed support for H.R. 2181, Safe Foods for Seniors Act of 2013. Discussed S.1119, Positive Aging Act of 2013. H.R. 2641, Farm Program bill-Discussed the severed nutrition programs from Farm Bill.Discussed inviting FTC to participate in a webinar on how they are and can be engaged on state scope of practice issues. Also sent follow-up items for their review. (no bill) Discussed Medicare and Social Security programs. (no bill) Lobbied against cuts to the health care prevention fund. (no bill) Discussed deficit reduction issues dealing with Medicare and Medicaid including concerns over increasing Medicare's age of eligibility, chained CPI, payroll tax holiday extension, and cuts to Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed Affordable Care Medicaid expansion issues. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services. Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid expansion implementation, as included in the ACA (P.L. 111-140). Discussed Medicaid including concerns over cuts to Medicaid flexibility and Medicaid structural reforms to. (no bill) Discussed Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations and other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) PL 112-240 of 2012, American Taxpayer Relief Act - Discussed the Commission on Long-Term Care and and service delivery workforce and caregiving, financing and related long-term care issues and data. Discussed implementation of the Affordable Care Act, its provisions and H.R. 95 to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. H. R. 933, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. S. Con. Res. 8/ H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.R. 1549, Helping Sick Americans Now Act - Discussed cuts to the health care prevention fund. S. 1284, The Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect employment, health and human services and energy assistance programs for seniors, disabled and low income assistance. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including questions related to the use of premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) H.R. 1263, Excellence in Mental Health Act - Discussed the bill for eventual endorsement. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues, including AARP comments on state 1115 waiver proposals to use premium assistance authority to expand Medicaid. (no bill)

Pub. Law 111-203, Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act - Discussed implementation of legislation. Responded to requests for comment with regard to Payday Lending, Mandatory Arbitration, "Larger Participants" (non-bank), and Bank Overdraft Fees.Discussed response to requests for comment with regard to Student Loan Affordability and Authority to restrict Mandatory Pre-Dispute Arbitration. Lobbied against H.R. 3035 the "Mobile Informational Call Act" of 2011. Responded to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau request for comment on "Procedural Rules to Establish Supervisory Authority over Certain Nonbank Covered Persons Based on Risk Determination. Responded to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau request for comment on Senior Financial Exploitation. Submitted comment letter to the CFPB on Integrated Mortgage Disclosure under RESPA and TILA Docket No. CFPB-2012-0028. Submitted comments to the CFPB on effective financial education, Docket No. CFPB 2012-0030. Financial Services and General Government Appropriations bill, 2014 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for SEC, CFIC and CFPB, enforcement of consumer protection laws and agencies. (no bill) H. R. 1953, Senior Fraud Prevention Act - Expressed support for bill and urged cosponsorship. S. 807, Letter of Support for the Plain Writing Act for Regulations. S. 1358, Letter in support of the Senior Fraud Prevention Act.

H.R. 2468, Safe Streets Act of 2013 - Discussed Complete Streets which is now Safe Streets Act of 2013. Drafted policy statement presented to Presidential Commission on Election Administration. (no bill)Comment letter sent to HHS, DOL, and Treasury Department regarding proposed regulations on Wellness Programs. (no bill) H.R. 2403, Opposing requiring additional info of voter registrants under NVRA. H.R. 2409, Opposing unnecessary citizenship documentation of registrants. H.J. Res. 44, Supporting the right to vote amendment. H.R. 2051, Grandparent Tax Credit Act - Discussed Rep. Veasey's grandparent tax credit act. S. 1485, Age Act - Provided feedback. Urged EEOC Commissioners to take action against mandatory retirement policies. H.R. 2852/S.1391, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Discussed support for this bill. S. 1284, Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Act, 2014 - Opposed riders for interfering with equal employment and labor regulations.

Discussed poverty and hunger issues. (no bill) Discussed SNAP. (no bill)Discussed increasing senior representation in CDC studies and supported public participation in samples. Lobbied against inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid legislation affecting benefit levels or service delivery in any budget deal, and urged congress to not reduce spending levels below current services levels for various non-security discretionary programs, including Health Care (including Rx, medical research and premium support), Social Security (administrative expenses), Older Americans Act Supportive Service, Nutrition and Caregiver programs, Low Income Home Energy Assistance, Weatherization, Elderly Housing and Transit/Transportation, Legal and Taxpayer Assistance, Consumer and Worker Protections and Postal Services. Discussed Social Security Administration's Representative Payee program's current and future challenges. (no bill) H.J.R.59, Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation.

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill) Discussed with lawmakers & the Administration to keep Social Security separate from all budget negotiations/deficit reduction measures and opposed proposals for a "Chained CPI"Discussed the Department of Labor's proposed new fiduciary duty regulation with Congressional staff. Discussed possible proposals to improve pension rights for participants and reform proposals to improve pension coverage and adequacy. ( no bill) Briefed Congress on AARP's "You've Earned A Say"- A national conversation on the future of Social Security and Medicare with AARP members and all Americans. Lobbied against cuts to Social Security benefits via the adoption of chained CPI to calculate annual cost of living adjustments for Social Security and Veterans benefits, among others. (no bill) S.500, the Keeping Our Social Security Promise Act - Discussed legislation to apply payroll taxes to employment and self-employment taxes to remuneration up to the contribution and benefit base and to remuneration in excess of $250,000. S. 308, the Protecting and Preserving Social Security Act - Discussed legislation to implement the CPI-E for annual Social Security COLA's and to eliminate the cap on maximum taxable wages under Social Security. S.567, the Strengthening Social Security Act - Discussed legislation to implement the CPI-E for annual Social Security COLA's and to eliminate the cap on maximum taxable wages under Social Security. Discussed current and future challenges of Social Security's Representative Payee program. (no bill) Discussed pending DOL regulations of summary documents for 401(k) fee disclosure. (no bill) Discussed with Congress and the Department of Treasury's Financial Management Service their efforts regarding the March 2013 move away from paper checks to electronic benefit payments for all Social Security beneficiaries. (no bill) S. Con. Res.8, Sanders Amendment to Senate Budget Resolution - to prevent cuts to Social Security via the adoption of chained CPI to calculate annual cost of living adjustments for Social Security and Veterans benefts, among others. S. Con.Res.8, AARP expressed opposition to the Ayotte amendment (#165) to prohibit the Department of Labor from implementing a proposal to expand the definition of "fiduciary" under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) to include appraisals of employee stock ownership plans. S. Con.Res. 8, AARP expressed opposition to the Isakson amendment (#571) to prohibit the Department of Labor from updating ERISA fiduciary protections to safeguard the savings of worker investments in retirement accounts. Discussed participants rights concerns on Pension Plan "Derisking" with Congressional staff and ERISA Advisory Council. (no bill) Discussed multi employer pension plan reform proposals with Congressional staff and PBGC staff. H.R. 2374, the Retail Investor Protection Act - Letters sent to Hill in opposition of bill. Conducted staff briefings on the importance of DOL and SEC efforts to update the definition of a fiduciary to better protect American investors and H.R. 2374. Discussed with Secretary of Labor and other key staff of EBSA on DOL efforts to update the definition of a fiduciary. Letters sent to Hill on the importance of tax incentives for retirement and health plans. (no bill) Letter sent to the President to prioritize the nomination of a new commissioner for the Social Security Administration. (no bill) Submitted comments to the DOL in response to their Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) on the issue of lifetime income illustrations in periodic pension benefit statements of defined contributions pension plans such as 401(k) and 403(b) plans. (no bill) Submitted comments to the Ways and Means Committee in response to their request for comments from the public on chained CPI and other benefit reductions to Social Security. Further delivered 2.4 million petitions in response to these requests. (no bill) Discussed S. 1270, the SAFE Retirement Act. Discussed S. 1351, the INFORM Act. H. R. 1601, the SSI Restoration Act - Signed on to Leadership Council of Aging Organization's (LCAO) endorsement letter on legislation to update aspects of the Supplemental Security Income Program. Lobbied to prevent the inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid benefit cuts in any package pertaining to the continuing resolution or the debt ceiling.Submitted written statement to the House Ways & Means Social Security Subcommittee for the record of their April 18, 2013, hearing to examine proposals by the President and bipartisan groups to more accurately measure inflation. (no bill) Submitted letter to the the House Ways & Means Social Security Subcommittee for the record of their May 23, 2013, hearing to examine bipartisan proposals to adjust Social Security benefits and their impacts on the program's finances, beneficiaries, workers, and the economy. (no bill) H.R. 2229, the Safeguarding Social Security Numbers Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation with Hill staff to establish a universal standard for the truncation of Social Security Numbers to prevent identity theft and fraud. H.R. 2171/S. 1145, the Lifetime Income Disclosure Act - Support for bipartisan legislation to express on annual 401(k) benefit statements the approximate annuity value of the lump sum value of the account. Discussed potential AARP comments to the Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration's Announcement of Proposed Rulemaking on lifetime income illustrations given to participants in defined contribution pension plans, such as 401(k) and 403(b) plans. (no bill) Discussed with officials from DOL Employee Benefits Security Administration the planned re-proposal of regulations to update the definition of a fiduciary for ERISA covered pension plans. (no bill) H.R. 2374, the Retail Investor Protection Act - Expressed opposition to H.R. 2374 to delay the DOL's planned re-proposal of regulations to update the definition of a fiduciary for ERISA covered pension plans until 60 days after the potential release of similar regulations by the Securities and Exchange Commission. H.R. 2154, the CPI for Seniors Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation to implement a Consumer Price Index for Seniors for calculating annual Social Security cost of living adjustments. Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security benefit cuts and protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs in any Deficit Reduction proposals and from enhanced redutions under sequestration. (no bill) H.R. 2374, Letter and lobbying in opposition to this bill that would delay or prevent a DOL proposed rulemaking on Fiduciary Duty. Conducted briefings in both House and Senate. Met with DOL officials to urge reissuance of a proposed rul to update fiduciary duty as it applies to ERISA. (no bill) Letter to Senate urging members not to sign a letter to OMB that would delay or prevent a DOL rulemaking on fiduciary duty. (no bill) H.J.R. 59, Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. Discussed and invited Members of Congress to speak at event on women's financial security.

Discussed Complete Streets. (no bill)Discussed support for legislation to restore ADEA standards to pre-2009 state. (no bill) Comment letter sent to HHS, DOL, and Treasury Department regarding proposed regulations on Wellness Programs. (no bill) H.R. 2403, Opposing requiring additional info of voter registrants under NVRA. H.R. 2409, Opposing unnecessary citizenship documentation of registrants. H.J. Res. 44, Supporting the right to vote amendment. H.R. 2051, Grandparent Tax Credit Act - Discussed Rep. Veasey's grandparent tax credit act. Discussed Sen. Klobucher's caregiver tax credit legislation. (no bill) Discussed Wellness Programs - submitted statement to EEOC urging it to update guidance to protect civil rights. (no bill) Discussed Mandatory Retirement and urged EEOC Commissioners to take action against mandatory retirement policies. (no bill) Discussed EEOC Enforcement and urged EEOC district offices to include age discrimination in enforcement plans; submitted written statement to House Committee praising recent regulatory and enforcement activities by EEOC. (no bill)

Pub. Law 111-203, Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act - Discussed implementation of legislation. Responded to requests for comment with regard to Payday Lending, Mandatory Arbitration, "Larger Participants" (non-bank), and Bank Overdraft Fees.Discussed response to requests for comment with regard to Student Loan Affordability and Authority to restrict Mandatory Pre-Dispute Arbitration. Lobbied against H.R. 3035 the "Mobile Informational Call Act" of 2011. Responded to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau request for comment on "Procedural Rules to Establish Supervisory Authority over Certain Nonbank Covered Persons Based on Risk Determination. Responded to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau request for comment on Senior Financial Exploitation. Submitted comment letter to the CFPB on Integrated Mortgage Disclosure under RESPA and TILA Docket No. CFPB-2012-0028. Submitted comments to the CFPB on effective financial education, Docket No. CFPB 2012-0030. Financial Services and General Government Appropriations bill, 2014 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for SEC, CFIC and CFPB, enforcement of consumer protection laws and agencies. (no bill) H. R. 1933, Senior Fraud Prevention Act - Discussed support for bill and urged cosponsorship.

H. R. 933, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation.S. Con. Res. 8, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. The Commerce, Justice and Science Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect consumer protection programs within jurisdiction of subcommittee. (no bill) The Financial Services and General Government Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect consumer protection programs and implementation of ACA health insurance exchanges. (no bill) H.R. 2410/S. 1244 - Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect funding for nutrition and FDA drug processing. The Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Act, 2014 - Lobbied to protect employment, health and human services and energy assistance programs for seniors, disabled and low income assistance. (no bill) S. 1243, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill, 2014 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for senior housing and transportation programs, and related community development aid. Discussed the impact of Deficit reduction proposals and sequestration on Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security and on vital health, social, housing and transportation programs. (no bill)

Discussion of transportation issues for the reauthorization, MAP-21. AARP interests include increasing funding for public transit and special needs para-transit services, promotion of older driver and pedestrian safety, expanding adoption of planning and design features to better accommodate all roadway users and strengthening connections between transportation and land use planning.Discussed legislation regarding roadway design and policy enhancements to promote safety for older drivers and pedestrians and increased access to specialized and public transportation for older adults. (no bill) H. R. 933, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. S. Con. Res. 8, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. Lobbied on expected "QM" safe harbor amendment. (The amendment was not offered) H.R. 2468, The Safe Streets Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation to ensure that new or improved federally-funded roadways are planned, designed, operated, and maintained to safely accomodate all roadway users. S. 1243, Transportation and Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill, 2014 - Discussed Integrated Planning and Investment Grants Program to help communities to increase their capacity to create jobs, cut traffic congestion, improve air quality, protect rural areas, and create more affordable living and transportation choices. Also, lobbied to protect funding levels for senior housing and transportation programs, and related community development aid.

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill) Discussed with lawmakers & the Administration to keep Social Security separate from all budget negotiations/deficit reduction measures and opposed proposals for a "Chained CPI"Discussed and provided background information for studies on pension issues and on marriage and retirement security to GAO. Discussed the Department of Labor's proposed new fiduciary duty regulation with key staff of the Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration (no bill number). Discussed possible proposals to improve pension rights for participants and reform proposals to improve pension coverage and adequacy. ( no bill) Briefed Congress on AARP's "You've Earned A Say"- A national conversation on the future of Social Security and Medicare with AARP members and all Americans. Lobbied against cuts to Social Security benefits via the adoption of chained CPI to calculate annual cost of living adjustments for Social Security and Veterans benefits, among others. (no bill) S.500, the Keeping Our Social Security Promise Act - Discussed legislation to apply payroll taxes to employment and self-employment taxes to remuneration up to the contribution and benefit base and to remuneration in excess of $250,000. S. 308, the Protecting and Preserving Social Security Act - Discussed legislation to implement the CPI-E for annual Social Security COLA's and to eliminate the cap on maximum taxable wages under Social Security. S.567, the Strengthening Social Security Act - Discussed legislation to implement the CPI-E for annual Social Security COLA's and to eliminate the cap on maximum taxable wages under Social Security. Discussed current and future challenges of Social Security's Representative Payee program. (no bill) Discussed pending DOL regulations of summary documents for 401(k) fee disclosure. (no bill) Discussed with Congress and the Department of Treasury's Financial Management Service their efforts regarding the March 2013 move away from paper checks to electronic benefit payments for all Social Security beneficiaries. (no bill) S. Con. Res.8, Sanders Amendment to Senate Budget Resolution - to prevent cuts to Social Security via the adoption of chained CPI to calculate annual cost of living adjustments for Social Security and Veterans benefts, among others. S. Con.Res.8, AARP expressed opposition to the Ayotte amendment (#165) to prohibit the Department of Labor from implementing a proposal to expand the definition of "fiduciary" under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) to include appraisals of employee stock ownership plans. S. Con.Res. 8, AARP expressed opposition to the Isakson amendment (#571) to prohibit the Department of Labor from updating ERISA fiduciary protections to safeguard the savings of worker investments in retirement accounts. Discussed participants rights concerns on Pension Plan "Derisking" with Congressional and DOL staff. (no bill) Submitted statement to Congressional Committee and discussed reform proposals with staff on Multi-employer Pension Plans. (no bill)Submitted written statement to the House Ways & Means Social Security Subcommittee for the record of their April 18, 2013, hearing to examine proposals by the President and bipartisan groups to more accurately measure inflation. (no bill) Submitted letter to the the House Ways & Means Social Security Subcommittee for the record of their May 23, 2013, hearing to examine bipartisan proposals to adjust Social Security benefits and their impacts on the program's finances, beneficiaries, workers, and the economy. (no bill) H.R. 2229, the Safeguarding Social Security Numbers Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation with Hill staff to establish a universal standard for the truncation of Social Security Numbers to prevent identity theft and fraud. H.R. 2171/S. 1145, the Lifetime Income Disclosure Act - Support for bipartisan legislation to express on annual 401(k) benefit statements the approximate annuity value of the lump sum value of the account. Discussed potential AARP comments to the Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration's Announcement of Proposed Rulemaking on lifetime income illustrations given to participants in defined contribution pension plans, such as 401(k) and 403(b) plans. (no bill) Discussed with officials from DOL Employee Benefits Security Administration the planned re-proposal of regulations to update the definition of a fiduciary for ERISA covered pension plans. (no bill) H.R. 2374, the Retail Investor Protection Act - Expressed opposition to H.R. 2374 to delay the DOL's planned re-proposal of regulations to update the definition of a fiduciary for ERISA covered pension plans until 60 days after the potential release of similar regulations by the Securities and Exchange Commission. H.R. 2154, the CPI for Seniors Act of 2013 - Discussed legislation to implement a Consumer Price Index for Seniors for calculating annual Social Security cost of living adjustments. Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security benefit cuts and protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs in any Deficit Reduction proposals and from enhanced redutions under sequestration. (no bill)

Pub.Law 111-148 & 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care law that would reform the health care system to provide affordable quality health care, reduce drug costs and expand access to long-term services and supports. Discussed transitional care program. Discussed how to implement Medicaid provisions of Affordable Care Act. (PL. 111-148)S. 374, Medicare Mental Health Inpatient Equity Act - Lobbied in support of this legislation to eliminate the 190-day lifetime limit on Medicare coverage for in-patient psychiatric hospital services. Discussed improving access to care for underserved population. (no bill) Discussed importance of maintaining low income subsididies and supports in Medicare. (no bill) Discussed the importance of coordinating services for those who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid in order to ensure that beneficiaries receive all needed benefits but there is no duplication. (no bill) Discussed whether, and under what circumstances, managed care could effectively be used to provide benefits to dual eligible beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed additional methods for fighting fraud and waste in Health Care. (no bill) Discussed Medigap and need for guaranteed issue for all populations and need to increase medical loss ratio. Discussed durable medical equipment bidding. (no bill) Lobbied for legislation to provide Medicare beneficiaries with additional opportunities to enroll in Medicare Part B.(no bill) Lobbied against the use of the Social Security account number on Government-issued identification cards issued in connection with Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP benefits and for other purposes. (no bill) Discussed support to curb waste and fraud from the Medicare and Medicaid programs. (no bill) H.R. 3630, Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 - Discussed the legislation as it pertained to SGR. Discussed family caregiving, long-term care, Older Americans Act, private LTC insurance. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid long-term services and supports. (no bill) Discussed Florida's managed long-term services and supports medicaid waiver and their 1115 waiver proposal. Discussed Senior Navigation and Planning and feedback (S.3684 in 112th Congress/no bill # in 113th Congress). Discussed Medicare Reform. (no bill) H.R. 2305/S. 1123, PRIME ACT (Preventing and Reducing Improper Medicare Expenditures) - Discussed support for bill and urged cosponsorship.Discussed Medicare Graduate Nursing Education pilot design. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Affordability. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Shortages. (no bill) H.R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. H.R. 2576 - Discussion to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the calculation of modified adjusted gross income for purposes of determining eligibility for certain healthcare-related programs. Discussed opposition to caps on dual eligibles; discussed managed care and dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed with CMS demonstration programs for dual eligibles and process related to the demonstrations, as well as other work of the Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office, discussed consumer choice and continuity of care in Medicaid managed long-term services and supports programs, discussed focus groups on dual eligibles. Discussed Medicaid managed care and long-term services and supports broadly. Discussed Hospital & Critical Access Hospitals Conditions of Participation proposed regulations; requested that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians assistants be allowed the full scope of services in hospital admitting and visiting privileges. (no bill) Discussed Hospital Outpatient Therapeutic Services Final Rule underscoring that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians should be allowed to supervise such outpatient service clinics without physician oversight as long as in line with state scope of practice laws. (no bill) Discussed health disparities. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare/Medicaid "dual eligibles" integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations; and other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) Discussed the AARP Initiative called "You've Earned a Say". (no bill) S. 3586, Recruiting Individuals to Drive Elders (RIDE) Act - Discussed Medicaid non-emergency transportation bill. Discussed proposals that would establish per-capita caps under Medicaid as well as other Medicaid financing proposals including block grants and changes to the current FMAP structure. (no bill) Discussed extension of funding originally provided under the Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act (P.L. 110-275) to State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs), Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRICs), and Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) for Medicare outreach and enrollment counseling. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of cuts to beneficiaries in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of an increase in the age of eligibility in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the patch to the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed concerns of block granting Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed the Kansas and Florida managed long-term services and supports waiver proposals and related implementation issues. (no bill). H.R.928/S.408, the Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed requirement for drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed Health Disparities. (no bill) Discussed medicare demonstration project replacing standard medicare cards with Smart Card technology. (no bill) H.R. 574 - The Medicare Physician Payment Innovation Act of 2013.H.R. 1179/S.569, Improving Access to Medicare Act - Discussed support of Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act and urged cosponsorship. Discussed comments regarding Medicare and You handbook. (no bill) Discussed cost-sharing for medicaid home and community-based services. (no bill) Discussed CMS information regarding healthcare marketplaces. H.R. 1173, Personalize Your Care Act - Discussed the bill and advance care planning issues. Bill provides coverage for voluntary advance care planning consultations. H. R. 933, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. S. Con. Res. 8, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation.Lobbied on expected "QM" safe harbor amendment. (The amendment was not offered) H.R. 2305/S.1123, Preventing and Reducing Improper Medicare and Medicaid Expenditures Act. Bill reduces waste, fraud, and abuse in Medicare and Medicaid programs. Discussed Competitive bidding of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies. (no bill) Discussed repeal of Affordable Care Act provision making prescriptions necessary for over-the-counter drugs purchased with flexible spending accounts. (no bill) Discussed Medicare supplemental coverage. (no bill) Discussed the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit program and changes needed to further lower prescription drug cost. (no bill) H.R. 1588/S.740, Medicare Drug Savings Act - Would require drug manufacturers to provide rebates for durgs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed potential improvements to the Medicare Savings Programs for low-income beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed Recruiting Individuals to Drive Our Elders Act (RIDE) would increase state flexibility by giving states the option to receive federal assistance to reimburse their volunteer drivers for no-load miles. (no bill)

Discussed support for legislation to restore ADEA standards law to pre-2009 state. (no bill)DOL Rulemaking on Wage Protections for Home Care Workers - Urged OIRA staff to approve issuance of final regulations, contingent upon inclusion of some key changes. Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations, 2014 - Lobbied to protect job training, equal employment and employee retiree benefits. (no bill) Discussed Wellness Programs - submitted statement to EEOC urging it to update guidance to protect civil rights. (no bill) Discussed Mandatory Retirement and urged EEOC Commissioners to take action against mandatory retirement policies. (no bill) Discussed EEOC Enforcement and urged EEOC district offices to include age discrimination in enforcement plans; submitted written statement to House Committee praising recent regulatory and enforcement activities by EEOC. (no bill)

Discussed legislative intent with respect to Biologic drugs and exclusivity period.(no bill) Discussed importance of potential savings both to consumers and to the federal government of granting Secretarial Negotiating Authority to Secretary of HHS on Medicare Part D. (no bill)Discussed legislative intent with respect to biologic drugs and the exclusivity period; and discussed importance of potential savings to the health care system generally. (no bill) Discussed need for greater consumer safety protections both in OTC and prescription drugs. (no bill) Discussed need to end industry tactics like Pay for Delay which inappropriately extends patents with effect of keeping prices high for consumers and government. (no bill) Discussed need for doctors to get unbiased information on prescription pharmaceuticals through programs like academic detailing. (no bill) Discussed possible savings and better health care outcomes that could result from Medication Therapy Management. (no bill) Pub. Law 111-148 and 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care legislation to reform the health care system to provide quality healthcare, expand access to long-term services and supports, and reduced prescription drug costs. Discussed greater affordability of generic versions of both generic and biologic drugs. S. 319, Pharmaceutical Market Access and Drug Safety Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation that establishes a framework for the safe, legal importation of lower-priced prescription drugs from abroad. S. 1206, Medicare Drug Savings Act of 2011 - Discussed rebates in Medicare Part D as a cost savings measure in Medicare that does not harm beneficiaries. H. R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied on legislation to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. S. 27, Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act of 2011- Lobbied for this legislation preventing abuses in patent settlements between generic and brand name prescription drug companies. S. 1886/H.R. 3468 of 2011- Discussed counterfeit drug penalty enhancement. Discussed prescription drug safety, drug shortage, and medical device safety, and related user fee legislation. S. 2193 of 2012, the Ensuring Safe Medical Devices for Patients Act - Discussed legislation to include devices in the post-market risk identification and analysis system for prescription drugs and to expedite the implementation of the unique device identification system for medical devices. Discussed draft legislation to address the issue of whether generic drug manufacturers have a duty to include new warnings about potentially serious side effects on their labels as they become known by giving generic drug makers the same ability to update their labeling as manufacturers of brand name drugs. (no bill) S.3187, Food and Drug Administration safety and Innovation Act - FDA user fee agreement legislation focusing on the review process for prescription drugs and medical devices, prescription drug safety, drug shortages, medical device safety and access to generic drugs. S.3212, Cody Miller Initiative for Safer Prescriptions Act - To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to promulgate regulations regarding the authorship, content, format, and dissemination of Patient Medication information. Discussed the importance of potential savings to both consumers and the federal government of granting Secretarial negotiating authority to the HHS Secretary under Medicare Part D. (no bill) Discussed pay-for-delay agreements as tactic by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market, and the Fair and Immediate Release of Generics Drugs Act that would address the underlying issue of "parked exclusivities" in the Hatch-Waxman Act (S.1882). Discussed the issue of biosimilar drug naming and how biosimilars should use a common International Non-proprietary name as reference originator biologic products. (no bill) S. 504, the Fair and Immediate Release of Generic Drugs Act/S.214, the Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Discussed legislation to address pay-for-delay agreements used by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market. Discussed the Patient Safety and Generic Labeling Improvement Act. (no bill)Discussed Unique Device Identification (UDI) issues including proposed rules and implementation. (no bill) Discussed oversight of laboratory genetic testing. (no bill) Discussed AARP's concerns with prescription drug costs. (no bill) S.117, Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act - Discussed bill that allows medicare to negotiate medicare prescription drug prices with drug companies.

Discussed poverty and hunger issues. (no bill) Discussed SNAP. (no bill)Discussed increasing senior representation in CDC studies and supported public participation in samples. Lobbied against inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid legislation affecting benefit levels or service delivery in any budget deal, and urged congress to not reduce spending levels below current services levels for various non-security discretionary programs, including Health Care (including Rx, medical research and premium support), Social Security (administrative expenses), Older Americans Act Supportive Service, Nutrition and Caregiver programs, Low Income Home Energy Assistance, Weatherization, Elderly Housing and Transit/Transportation, Legal and Taxpayer Assistance, Consumer and Worker Protections and Postal Services. Discussed Social Security Administration's Representative Payee program's current and future challenges. (no bill)

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill) Discussed with lawmakers & the Administration to keep Social Security separate from all budget negotiations/deficit reduction measures and opposed proposals for a "Chained CPI"Discussed and provided background information for studies on pension plan reports and disclosures, and on marriage and retirement security with GAO. Sent comment letter to DOL on regulatory priorities, understated ability of pension statements and opposed extension of the payroll tax holiday. AARP Opposed adoption of "Chained CPI" as part of Fiscal Cliff debt. (no bill) Discussed the Department of Labor's proposed new fiduciary duty regulation with key staff of the Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration (no bill number). Discussed possible proposals to improve pension rights for participants and reform proposals to improve pension coverage and adequacy. ( no bill) Briefed Congress on AARP's "You've Earned A Say"- A national conversation on the future of Social Security and Medicare with AARP members and all Americans. Lobbied against cuts to Social Security benefits via the adoption of chained CPI to calculate annual cost of living adjustments for Social Security and Veterans benefits, among others. (no bill) Along with representatives from the AFL-CIO, NOW, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans and the ARC, AARP spoke at a press conference held by Senators Sanders, Merkley and Whitehouse in opposition to cuts to Social Security via the adoption of chained CPI to calculate annual cost of living adjustments for Social Security and Veterans benefits, among others. (no bill) AARP hosted a briefing for Hill staff on the implications of changing federal cost of living adjustments. (no bill) Discussed the Department of Labor's potential regulation to update the definition of ficuciary with key staff of the Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration. (no bill) S.500, the Keeping Our Social Security Promise Act - Discussed legislation to apply payroll taxes to employment and self-employment taxes to remuneration up to the contribution and benefit base and to remuneration in excess of $250,000. S. 308, the Protecting and Preserving Social Security Act - Discussed legislation to implement the CPI-E for annual Social Security COLA's and to eliminate the cap on maximum taxable wages under Social Security. S.567, the Strengthening Social Security Act - Discussed legislation to implement the CPI-E for annual Social Security COLA's and to eliminate the cap on maximum taxable wages under Social Security. Discussed current and future challenges of Social Security's Representative Payee program. (no bill) Discussed with Government Accountability Office the reporting and disclosure requirements to which private retirement plan sponsors are subject. (no bill number) Discussed the current and future challenges faced by Social Security's Representative Payee program. Discussed pending DOL regulations of summary documents for 401(k) fee disclosure. (no bill) Discussed with key staff of Congress and the Department of Treasury's Financial Management Service their efforts regarding the March 2013 move away from paper checks to electronic benefit payments for all Social Security beneficiaries. (no bill) Lobbied Congress to prevent the inclusion of Chained CPI and extension of the temporary payroll tax holiday in any lame duck year end budget deal. (no bill) Discussed with Congressional staff on recent pension plan "derisking" activities. S. Con. Res.8, Sanders Amendment to Senate Budget Resolution - Discussed, in an email to Senate staff, AARP expressed support for the Sanders amendment (#198) to prevent cuts to Social Security via the adoption of chained CPI to calculate annual cost of living adjustments for Social Security and Veterans benefts, among others. S. Con.Res.8, Ayotte Amendment to Senate Budget Resolution - In a coalition release to the Senate, AARP expressed opposition to the Ayotte amendment (#165) to prohibit the Department of Labor from implementing a proposal to expand the definition of "fiduciary" under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) to include appraisals of employee stock ownership plans. S. Con.Res. 8, Isakson Amendment to Senate Budget Resolution - In a coalition release to the Senate, AARP expressed opposition to the Isakson amendment (#571) to prohibit the Department of Labor from updating ERISA fiduciary protections to safeguard the savings of worker investments in retirement accounts.H.R. 152, Disaster Relief Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.R. 325, Debt Limit Extension - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline on bill to suspend the public debt limit through May 18, 2013, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H. R. 933, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. S. Con. Res. 8, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation.Lobbied on expected "QM" safe harbor amendment. (The amendment was not offered) oluntary advance care planning consultations.

H.R. 152, Disaster Relief Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation.H.R. 152, Disaster Relief Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.R. 325, Debt Limit Extension - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline on bill to suspend the public debt limit through May 18, 2013, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H. R. 933, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. S. Con. Res. 8, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation.

Pub.Law 111-148 & 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care law that would reform the health care system to provide affordable quality health care, reduce drug costs and expand access to long-term services and supports. Discussed transitional care program. Discussed how to implement Medicaid provisions of Affordable Care Act. (PL. 111-148)S. 374, Medicare Mental Health Inpatient Equity Act - Lobbied in support of this legislation to eliminate the 190-day lifetime limit on Medicare coverage for in-patient psychiatric hospital services. Discussed improving access to care for underserved population. (no bill) Discussed importance of maintaining low income subsididies and supports in Medicare. (no bill) Discussed the importance of coordinating services for those who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid in order to ensure that beneficiaries receive all needed benefits but there is no duplication. (no bill) Discussed whether, and under what circumstances, managed care could effectively be used to provide benefits to dual eligible beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed additional methods for fighting fraud and waste in Health Care. (no bill) Discussed Medigap and need for guaranteed issue for all populations and need to increase medical loss ratio. Discussed durable medical equipment bidding. (no bill) Lobbied for legislation to provide Medicare beneficiaries with additional opportunities to enroll in Medicare Part B.(no bill) Lobbied against the use of the Social Security account number on Government-issued identification cards issued in connection with Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP benefits and for other purposes. (no bill) S. 1206/H.R. 2190, The Medicare Drug Savings Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation to require prescription drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed support to curb waste and fraud from the Medicare and Medicaid programs. (no bill) S. 1206/H.R. 2190 of 2011, The Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed legislation that would establish Medicaid drug rebates for the duals. H.R. 3630, Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 - Discussed the legislation as it pertained to SGR. Discussed family caregiving, Green Houses long-term care, Older Americans Act, Lifespan Respite Care, private LTC insurance. (no bill) Discussed Community Based Care Transitions Program. (no bill) Discussed criminal background check programs. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid long-term services and supports. (no bill) Discussed Florida's managed long-term services and supports medicaid waiver and their 1115 waiver proposal. Discussed Alabama and Money Follows the Person Rebalancing Demostrations. (no bill) Discussed the process regarding 1915(b)(c) medicaid waivers. Discussed caregiving meeting, logistics for and participated in/hosted CMS quarterly. (no bill) Discussed Senior Navigation and Planning and feedback (S.3684 in 112th Congress/no bill # in 113th Congress). Discussed status of implementation of some ACA nursing home provisions regarding nature of facility closure and state nursing home websites. (no bill) Discussed medicare home health family caregiver training. (no bill) Discussed Medicare Reform in a meeting with House Energy and Commerce minority staff. (no bill)Discussed Medicare Graduate Nursing Education pilot design. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Affordability. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Shortages. (no bill) H.R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. H.R. 2576 - Discussion to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the calculation of modified adjusted gross income for purposes of determining eligibility for certain healthcare-related programs. Discussed opposition to caps on dual eligibles; discussed managed care and dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed with CMS demonstration programs for dual eligibles and process related to the demonstrations, as well as other work of the Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office, discussed consumer choice and communityof care in Medicaid managed long-term services and supports programs, discussed focus groups on dual eligibles. Discussed Medicaid managed care and long-term services and supports broadly. Discussed Hospital & Critical Access Hospitals Conditions of Participation proposed regulations; requested that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians assistants be allowed the full scope of services in hospital admitting and visiting privileges. (no bill) Discussed Hospital Outpatient Therapeutic Services Final Rule underscoring that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians should be allowed to supervise such outpatient service clinics without physician oversight as long as in line with state scope of practice laws. (no bill) Discussed health disparities. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare/Medicaid "dual eligibles" integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations; and other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) Discussed You've Earned a Say. (no bill) Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues. Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare-Medicaid "dual eligibles" integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) S. 3586, Recruiting Individuals to Drive Elders (RIDE) Act - Discussed Medicaid non-emergency transportation bill. Discussed Kansas managed long-term services and supports waiver proposal, Administration. Discussed proposals that would establish per-capita caps under Medicaid as well as other Medicaid financing proposals including block grants and changes to the current FMAP structure. (no bill) Discussed extension of funding originally provided under the Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act (P.L. 110-275) to State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs), Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRICs), and Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) for Medicare outreach and enrollment counseling. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of cuts to beneficiaries in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of an increase in the age of eligibility in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the patch to the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed concerns of block granting Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of cuts to beneficiaries in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of an increase in the age of eligibility in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the patch to the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the Kansas and Florida managed long-term services and supports waiver proposals and related implementation issues. (no bill). H.R.928/S.408, the Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed requirement for drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. Discussed proposals that would establish per-capita caps under Medicaid as well as other Medicaid financing proposals including block grants and changes to the current FMAP structure. (no bill) Discussed Health Disparities. (no bill) Discussed medicare demonstration project replacing standard medicare cards with Smart Card technology. (no bill) Discussed mediare demonstration project replacing standard medicare cards with Smart Card technology. H.R. 574 - The Medicare Physician Payment Innovation Act of 2013.H.R. 1179/S.569, Improving Access to Medicare Act - Discussed support of Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act and urged cosponsorship. Discussed comments regarding Medicare and You handbook. (no bill) Discussed cost-sharing for medicaid home and community-based services. (no bill) Discussed CMS information regarding healthcare marketplaces. H.R. 1173, Personalize Your Care Act - Discussed the bill and advance care planning issues. Bill provides coverage for voluntary advance care planning consultations. H.R. 152, Disaster Relief Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.R. 325, Debt Limit Extension - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline on bill to suspend the public debt limit through May 18, 2013, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H. R. 933, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. S. Con. Res. 8, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation.Lobbied on expected "QM" safe harbor amendment. (The amendment was not offered) oluntary advance care planning consultations.

Discussed Complete Streets. (no bill)Discussed support for legislation to restore ADEA standards to pre-2009 state. (no bill) Comment letter sent to EEOC regarding strategic enforcement priorities. (no bill) Comment letter sent to HHS, DOL, and Treasury Department regarding proposed regulations on Wellness Programs. (no bill)

Discussion of transportation issues for the reauthorization, MAP-21. AARP interests include increasing funding for public transit and special needs para-transit services, promotion of older driver and pedestrian safety, expanding adoption of planning and design features to better accommodate all roadway users and strengthening connections between transportation and land use planning.Discussed legislation regarding roadway design and policy enhancements to promote safety for older drivers and pedestrians and increased access to specialized and public transportation for older adults. (no bill) H.R. 152, Disaster Relief Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.R. 325, Debt Limit Extension - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline on bill to suspend the public debt limit through May 18, 2013, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H. R. 933, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 - Lobbied to protect vital health and social services programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. S. Con. Res. 8, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation. H.Con. Res. 25, Concurrent Resolution on the Budget, 2014 - Lobbied to prevent inclusion of Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefit cuts and to protect vital health, social services, housing and transportation programs from enhanced reductions from the prior year baseline, and to prevent repeal of certain financial and health care-related regulation.Lobbied on expected "QM" safe harbor amendment. (The amendment was not offered) oluntary advance care planning consultations.

Discussed poverty and hunger issues. (no bill) Discussed SNAP. (no bill)Discussed increasing senior representation in CDC studies and supported public participation in samples. H.R. 8, the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 - Lobbied against inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid legislation affecting benefit levels or service delivery in any end-of-the-session budget deal, and urged congress to not reduce spending levels below current services levels for various non-security discretionary programs, including Health Care (including Rx, medical research and premium support), Social Security (administrative expenses), Older Americans Act Supportive Service, Nutrition and Caregiver programs, Low Income Home Energy Assistance, Weatherization, Elderly Housing and Transit/Transportation, Legal and Taxpayer Assistance, Consumer and Worker Protections and Postal Services.

Discussed support for legislation to restore ADEA standards law to pre-2009 state. (no bill) Comment letter sent to EEOC regarding strategic enforcement priorities. (no bill) H.R. 803, SKILLS Act - AARP opposed passage, urged House to vote no.Discussed our position on the Department of Labor's proposed rule regarding minimum wage and overtime for home care workers under the Fair Standards Act. DOL Rulemaking on Wage Protections for Home Care Workers - Urged OIRA staff to approve issuance of final regulations, contingent upon inclusion of some key changes.

Discussed legislative intent with respect to Biologic drugs and exclusivity period.(no bill) Discussed importance of potential savings both to consumers and to the federal government of granting Secretarial Negotiating Authority to Secretary of HHS on Medicare Part D. (no bill)Discussed legislative intent with respect to biologic drugs and the exclusivity period; and discussed importance of potential savings to the health care system generally. (no bill) Discussed need for greater consumer safety protections both in OTC and prescription drugs. (no bill) Discussed need to end industry tactics like Pay for Delay which inappropriately extends patents with effect of keeping prices high for consumers and government. (no bill) Discussed need for doctors to get unbiased information on prescription pharmaceuticals through programs like academic detailing. (no bill) Discussed possible savings and better health care outcomes that could result from Medication Therapy Management. (no bill) Pub. Law 111-148 and 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care legislation to reform the health care system to provide quality healthcare, expand access to long-term services and supports, and reduced prescription drug costs. Discussed greater affordability of generic versions of both generic and biologic drugs. S. 319, Pharmaceutical Market Access and Drug Safety Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation that establishes a framework for the safe, legal importation of lower-priced prescription drugs from abroad. S. 1206, Medicare Drug Savings Act of 2011 - Discussed rebates in Medicare Part D as a cost savings measure in Medicare that does not harm beneficiaries. H. R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied on legislation to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. S. 27, Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act of 2011- Lobbied for this legislation preventing abuses in patent settlements between generic and brand name prescription drug companies. S. 1886/H.R. 3468 of 2011- Discussed counterfeit drug penalty enhancement. Discussed prescription drug safety, drug shortage, and medical device safety, and related user fee legislation. S. 2193 of 2012, the Ensuring Safe Medical Devices for Patients Act - Discussed legislation to include devices in the post-market risk identification and analysis system for prescription drugs and to expedite the implementation of the unique device identification system for medical devices. Discussed draft legislation to address the issue of whether generic drug manufacturers have a duty to include new warnings about potentially serious side effects on their labels as they become known. The bill would accomplish this by giving generic drug makers the same ability to update their labeling as currently exists for manufacturers of brand name drugs. (no bill) S.3187, Food and Drug Administration safety and Innovation Act - FDA user fee agreement legislation focusing on the review process for prescription drugs and medical devices, prescription drug safety, drug shortages, medical device safety and access to generic drugs. S.3212, Cody Miller Initiative for Safer Prescriptions Act - To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to promulgate regulations regarding the authorship, content, format, and dissemination of Patient Medication information. Discussed prescription drugs. S. 3604, Improving Preventive Care Treatment in Older Adults Act - Discussed legislation to address the inaproppriate use of antipsychotics in nursing home facilities. Discussed the importance of potential savings to both consumers and the federal government of granting Secretarial negotiating authority to the HHS Secretary under Medicare Part D. (no bill) Discussed pay-for-delay agreements as tactic by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market, and the Fair and Immediate Release of Generics Drugs Act that would address the underlying issue of "parked exclusivities" in the Hatch-Waxman Act (S.1882). Discussed the issue of biosimilar drug naming and how biosimilars should use a common International Non-proprietary name as reference originator biologic products. (no bill) Discussed the importance of potential savings to both consumers and the federal government of granting Secretarial negotiating authority to the HHS Secretary under Medicare Part D. (no bill) S. 504, the Fair and Immediate Release of Generic Drugs Act/S.214, the Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Discussed legislation to address pay-for-delay agreements used by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market. Discussed the exclusivity period for biologic drugs. (no bill) Discussed the Patient Safety and Generic Labeling Improvement Act. (no bill)Discussed Unique Device Identification (UDI) issues including proposed rules and implementation. (no bill) Discussed oversight of laboratory genetic testing. (no bill) Discussed AARP's concerns with prescription drug costs. (no bill) S.117, Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act - Discussed bill that allows medicare to negotiate medicare prescription drug prices with drug companies. Discussed use of anti-psychaotic drugs in nursing home residents and the Long-Term Services and Supports Scorecard. (no bill)

S. 163, Full Faith and Credit Act - Discussed AARP position on legislation and second degree amendment to the legislation. S.245, CAP Act of 2011 - Discussed our concerns and opposition to the legislation. H.Con. Res. 112 - Lobbied Congress against cuts to Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid and where savings could be found without harming beneficiaries and protect discretionary services for vulnerable seniors. AARP Opposed cuts to Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries as part of any "fiscal cliff" deal. (no bill) H.R.6020/S.3301, the Financial Services Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to oppose subjecting Consumer Finance Protection Bureau from annual appropriations oversight, increase/protect funding for the Taxpayer Counseling for the Elderly program, and to protect/increase SEC funding. H.R.5973/S.2375, the Agriculture Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/increase Commodity Supplemental Food program funding. H.R.5325/S.2465, the Energy & Water Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/increase funding for weatherization programs. H.R.5972/S.2322, the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/enhance funding for elderly housing (Section 8 project-based and tenant-base rental assistance and Section 202 programs), elderly transit programs and to protect transportation enhancements. S.3295, the Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/increase funding for the Social Security Administration, Older Americans Act nutrition, family caregiver & supportive services programs, low income home energy assistance (LIHEAP), and to protect funding for program authorized under the Affordable Care Act, including CMS State Health insurances exchanges, state survey & demonstrations and preventive health. Also lobbied Administration (HHS & OMB) to accelerate release of LIHEAP funding and to increase funding for SSA. H.R.5326/S.2323, the Commerce, Science and Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/enhance Equal Employment Opportunity Commission funding. H.R. 6091, Interior Appropriation Act for FY 2013 - Lobbied against inclusion of bill language limiting recovery of attorneys fees under Equal Access to Justice Act. Lobbied Congress against cuts to the Medicare program. (no bill) AARP Opposed further extension of payroll tax holiday. (no bill) Discussed with members of Congress concerns over deficit reduction, advocating for no cuts to Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security as part of any potential deficit reduction deal. Discussed the prevention of cuts to beneficiaries in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of an increase in the age of eligibility in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the patch to the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) in the Medicare program. (no bill) H.R. 8, the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 - Lobbied against inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid legislation affecting benefit levels or service delivery in any end-of-the-session budget deal, and urged congress to not reduce spending levels below current services levels for various non-security discretionary programs, including Health Care (including Rx, medical research and premium support), Social Security (administrative expenses), Older Americans Act Supportive Service, Nutrition and Caregiver programs, Low Income Home Energy Assistance, Weatherization, Elderly Housing and Transit/Transportation, Legal and Taxpayer Assistance, Consumer and Worker Protections and Postal Services.

Provided information on the need for nursing education capacity and the retention of newer and older nurses in the workplace. (no bill) Discussed barriers to care that can result from language differences between providers and patients and/or lack of translation services. (no bill) Lobbied on preserving funding for the ACA; defended meaningful use of the ACA. (no bill) Discussed need to increase health information technology quality measurements and access to qualified systems. (no bill) S. 1019, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act - Discussed Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act which would provide a $500 credit to people of all ages. H.R. 217, To repeal the Prevention and Public Health Fund - Lobbied against the repeal of the Prevention and Public Health Trust Fund. This fund is an important component in state and community efforts to prevent illness and promote health. Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed Accountable Care Organization and Medical Shared savings. (no bill) Discussed Rate Review. (no bill) Discussed Internal Appeals and External Review Process. (no bill) Discussed Medicare reimbursement issues. Lobbied in support of Medicare physician payment reform. Discussed legislation to make prescription drugs more affordable to older Americans. S. 1416/H.R. 2645, Medigap Medical Loss Ratio Improvement Act. Discussed Internal Claims, Appeals and external Review Process. (no bill) Discussed HIPAA Privacy Rule Accounting under HITECH Act. (no bill) Discussed coverage for screening depression and screening and counseling for alcohol misuse. (no bill) Discussed consumer operated and oriented plan programs. (no bill) Discussed standards related to risk adjustment, reinsurance, and risk mitigation as they relate to exchanges. (no bill) H.R.2077, MLR Repeal Act of 2011 - Expressed opposition to the elimination of provision in the Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148)Discussed opposition to draft legislation regarding the elimination of grandfathered status. (no bill) Discussed association health plans with DOL, HHS and DOT. (no bill) Discussed quality and care coordination with HHS. (no bill) Discussed Essential Health Benefits with HHS. (no bill) Discussed employer affordability safe harbor. (no bill) Discussed health insurance exchanges - eligibility, enrollment, premium tax credits. (no bill) Discussed Basic Health Plans. (no bill) Discussed Medigap reform. (no bill) Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed role of grandfathered plans. (no bill) Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act and other amendments to the OAA. (no bill) Discussed dual eligibles. (no bill) S.3295, the Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/increase funding for the Social Security Administration, Older Americans Act nutrition, family caregiver & supportive services programs, low income home energy assistance (LIHEAP), and to protect funding for program authorized under the Affordable Care Act, including CMS State Health insurance exchanges, state survey & demonstrations and preventive Care Act, including CMS State Health insurance exchanges, state survey and demonstrations and preventive health. H.R. 8, the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 - Lobbied against inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid legislation affecting benefit levels or service delivery in any end-of-the-session budget deal, and urged congress to not reduce spending levels below current services levels for various non-security discretionary programs, including Health Care (including Rx, medical research and premium support), Social Security (administrative expenses), Older Americans Act Supportive Service, Nutrition and Caregiver programs, Low Income Home Energy Assistance, Weatherization, Elderly Housing and Transit/Transportation, Legal and Taxpayer Assistance, Consumer and Worker Protections and Postal Services. Discussed Hospital & Critical Access Hospitals Conditions of Participation proposed regulations; requested that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians assistants be allowed the full scope of services in hospital admitting and visiting privileges. (no bill) Discussed Hospital Outpatient Therapeutic Services Final Rule underscoring that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians should be allowed to supervise such outpatient service clinics without physician oversight as long as in line with state scope of practice laws. (no bill) Discussed Medicare GNE demonstration design problems. Discussed inviting FTC to participate in a webinar on how they are and can be engaged on state scope of practice issues. Also sent follow-up items for their review. (no bill) Discussed Medicare and Social Security programs. (no bill) Lobbied against cuts to the health care prevention fund. (no bill) Discussed fiscal cliff issues dealing with Medicare and Medicaid including concerns over increasing Medicare's age of eligibility, chained CPI, payroll tax holiday extension, and cuts to Medicaid. (no bill) Discussed Affordable Care Medicaid expansion issues. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services. Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare-Medicaid integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid expansion implementation, as included in the ACA (P.L. 111-140).

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill) Lobbied supplemental poverty measure with House and Senate staff. (no bill) Discussed poverty and hunger issues. (no bill) Discussed SNAP. (no bill) Discussed increasing senior representation in CDC studies and supported public participation in samples. H.R. 8, the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 - Lobbied against inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid legislation affecting benefit levels or service delivery in any end-of-the-session budget deal, and urged congress to not reduce spending levels below current services levels for various non-security discretionary programs, including Health Care (including Rx, medical research and premium support), Social Security (administrative expenses), Older Americans Act Supportive Service, Nutrition and Caregiver programs, Low Income Home Energy Assistance, Weatherization, Elderly Housing and Transit/Transportation, Legal and Taxpayer Assistance, Consumer and Worker Protections and Postal Services.

Discussed legislative intent with respect to Biologic drugs and exclusivity period.(no bill) Discussed importance of potential savings both to consumers and to the federal government of granting Secretarial Negotiating Authority to Secretary of HHS on Medicare Part D. (no bill) Discussed legislative intent with respect to biologic drugs and the exclusivity period; and discussed importance of potential savings to the health care system generally. (no bill) Discussed need for greater consumer safety protections both in OTC and prescription drugs. (no bill) Discussed need to end industry tactics like Pay for Delay which inappropriately extends patents with effect of keeping prices high for consumers and government. (no bill) Discussed need for doctors to get unbiased information on prescription pharmaceuticals through programs like academic detailing. (no bill) Discussed possible savings and better health care outcomes that could result from Medication Therapy Management. (no bill) Pub. Law 111-148 and 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care legislation to reform the health care system to provide quality healthcare, expand access to long-term services and supports, and reduced prescription drug costs. Discussed greater affordability of generic versions of both generic and biologic drugs. S. 319, Pharmaceutical Market Access and Drug Safety Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation that establishes a framework for the safe, legal importation of lower-priced prescription drugs from abroad. S. 1206, Medicare Drug Savings Act of 2011 - Discussed rebates in Medicare Part D as a cost savings measure in Medicare that does not harm beneficiaries. H. R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied on legislation to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. S. 27, Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Lobbied for this legislation preventing abuses in patent settlements between generic and brand name prescription drug companies. S. 1886/H.R. 3468, Discussed counterfeit drug penalty enhancement. Discussed prescription drug safety, drug shortage, and medical device safety, and related user fee legislation. S. 2193, the Ensuring Safe Medical Devices for Patients Act - Discussed legislation to include devices in the post-market risk identification and analysis system for prescription drugs and to expedite the implementation of the unique device identification system for medical devices. Discussed draft legislation to address the issue of whether generic drug manufacturers have a duty to include new warnings about potentially serious side effects on their labels as they become known. The bill would accomplish this by giving generic drug makers the same ability to update their labeling as currently exists for manufacturers of brand name drugs. (no bill) S.3187, Food and Drug Administration safety and Innovation Act - FDA user fee agreement legislation focusing on the review process for prescription drugs and medical devices, prescription drug safety, drug shortages, medical device safety and access to generic drugs. S.3212, Cody Miller Initiative for Safer Prescriptions Act - To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to promulgate regulations regarding the authorship, content, format, and dissemination of Patient Medication information. Discussed prescription drugs. S. 3604, Improving Preventive Care Treatment in Older Adults Act - Discussed legislation to address the inaproppriate use of antipsychotics in nursing home facilities. (no bill) Discussed the importance of potential savings to both consumers and the federal government of granting Secretarial negotiating authority to the HHS Secretary under Medicare Part D. (no bill) Discussed pay-for-delay agreements as tactic by drug manufacturers to block lower cost drugs from entering the market, and the Fair and Immediate Release of Generics Drugs Act that would address the underlying issue of "parked exclusivities" in the Hatch-Waxman Act (S.1882). Discussed the issue of biosimilar drug naming and how biosimilars should use a common International Non-proprietary name as reference originator biologic products. (no bill)

S. 2189, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported legislation to restore law to its state before 2009 SCOTUS decision in Gross v. FBL Financial Services. Submitted comment letter to EEOC regarding strategic enforcement priorities. H.R.5326/S.2323, the Commerce, Science and Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/enhance Equal Employment Opportunity Commission funding, and opposed rider barring the EEOC from enforcing disparate impact regulations. Sent comment letters to EEOC regarding strategic enforcement priorities of the agency. H.R. 8, the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 - Lobbied against inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid legislation affecting benefit levels or service delivery in any end-of-the-session budget deal, and urged congress to not reduce spending levels below current services levels for various non-security discretionary programs, including Health Care (including Rx, medical research and premium support), Social Security (administrative expenses), Older Americans Act Supportive Service, Nutrition and Caregiver programs, Low Income Home Energy Assistance, Weatherization, Elderly Housing and Transit/Transportation, Legal and Taxpayer Assistance, Consumer and Worker Protections and Postal Services.

Discussion of transportation reauthorization, MAP-21. AARP interests include increasing funding for public transit and special needs para-transit services, promotion of older driver and pedestrian safety, expanding adoption of planning and design features to better accommodate all roadway users and strengthening connections between transportation and land use planning. H.R. 1780/S.1056, Safe and Complete Streets Act - Discussion of legislation to require States and Metropolitan Planning Organizations to adopt complete streets policies to ensure that federally-funded improvements to roadways incorporate design changes that permit users of all ages and abilities to travel safely and conveniently. H.R. 5972/S.2322, the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/enhance funding for elderly housing (Section 8 project-based and tenant-based rental assistance and Section 202 programs), elderly transit programs and to protect transportation enhancements. Lobbied DOT regarding pending guidance on new performance measures required under MAP-21. H.R. 8, the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 - Lobbied against inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid legislation affecting benefit levels or service delivery in any end-of-the-session budget deal, and urged congress to not reduce spending levels below current services levels for various non-security discretionary programs, including Health Care (including Rx, medical research and premium support), Social Security (administrative expenses), Older Americans Act Supportive Service, Nutrition and Caregiver programs, Low Income Home Energy Assistance, Weatherization, Elderly Housing and Transit/Transportation, Legal and Taxpayer Assistance, Consumer and Worker Protections and Postal Services.

Provided information on the need for nursing education capacity and the retention of newer and older nurses in the workplace (no bill). H.R.3630, SGR - Discussed physician payment reform. Pub.Law 111-148 & 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care law that would reform the health care system to provide affordable quality health care, reduce drug costs and expand access to long-term services and supports. Discussed transitional care program. Discussed how to implement Medicaid provisions of Affordable Care Act. (PL. 111-148) Lobbied in support of draft legislation that would grant individuals whose COBRA has expired the same Medicare Part B enrollment rights as those who have group coverage. (no bill) S. 374, Medicare Mental Health Inpatient Equity Act - Lobbied in support of this legislation to eliminate the 190-day lifetime limit on Medicare coverage for in-patient psychiatric hospital services. S.3295, the Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect funding for program authorized under the Affordable Care Act, including CMS State Health insurance exchanges, state survey & demonstrations and preventative health. Discussed improving access to care for underserved population. (no bill) Discussed importance of maintaining low income subsididies and supports in Medicare. (no bill) Discussed the importance of coordinating services for those who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid in order to ensure that beneficiaries receive all needed benefits but there is no duplication. (no bill) Discussed whether, and under what circumstances, managed care could effectively be used to provide benefits to dual eligible beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed implementation of Anti-Fraud Measures of Affordable Care Act (PL. 111-148), including coordination between HHS, DOJ and state Attorneys General. Discussed additional methods for fighting fraud and waste in Health Care. (no bill) Discussed Medigap and need for guaranteed issue for all populations and need to increase medical loss ratio. Discussed durable medical equipment bidding. (no bill) H.R. 1654, Medicare Enrollment Protection Act - Lobbied for legislation to provide Medicare beneficiaries with additional opportunities to enroll in Medicare Part B. H.R. 978, To amend Title II of the Social Security Act - Lobbied against the use of the Social Security account number on Government-issued identification cards issued in connection with Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP benefits and for other purposes. S. 1206/H.R. 2190, The Medicare Drug Savings Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation to require prescription drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. S. 1251, Medicare and Medicaid Fighting Fraud and Abuse to Save Taxpayers' Dollars Act - Discussed support to curb waste and fraud from the Medicare and Medicaid programs. S. 1275, The Medicare and Medicaid FAST Act - Lobbied on legislation to prevent fraud and abuse within the federal health programs. S. 1206/H.R. 2190, The Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed legislation that would establish Medicaid drug rebates for the duals. H.R. 3630, Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 - Discussed the legislation as it pertained to SGR. H.R. 8, the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 - Lobbied against inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid legislation affecting benefit levels or service delivery in any end-of-the-session budget deal, and urged congress to not reduce spending levels below current services levels for various non-security discretionary programs, including Health Care (including Rx, medical research and premium support), Social Security (administrative expenses), Older Americans Act Supportive Service, Nutrition and Caregiver programs, Low Income Home Energy Assistance, Weatherization, Elderly Housing and Transit/Transportation, Legal and Taxpayer Assistance, Consumer and Worker Protections and Postal Services. Discussed Medicare Graduate Nursing Education pilot design. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Affordability. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Shortages. (no bill) H.R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. H.R. 2576 - Discussion to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the calculation of modified adjusted gross income for purposes of determining eligibility for certain healthcare-related programs. Discussed opposition to caps on dual eligibles; discussed managed care and dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed with CMS demonstration programs for dual eligibles and process related to the demonstrations, as well as other work of the Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office, discussed home and community setting issue in Medicaid, discussed focus groups on dual eligibles. Discussed Medicaid managed care and long-term services and supports broadly. Discussed Hospital & Critical Access Hospitals Conditions of Participation proposed regulations; requested that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians assistants be allowed the full scope of services in hospital admitting and visiting privileges. (no bill) Discussed Hospital Outpatient Therapeutic Services Final Rule underscoring that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians should be allowed to supervise such outpatient service clinics without physician oversight as long as in line with state scope of practice laws. (no bill) Discussed inviting FTC to participate in a webinar on how they are and can be engaged on state scope of practice issues. Also sent follow-up items for their review. (no bill) Discussed health disparities. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare/Medicaid "dual eligibles" integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations; and other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) S.2243, Discussed Medicare Better Health Rewards Program. Discussed You've Earned a Say. (no bill) S. 3271, Discussed Equal Access to Medicare Options Act of 2012. H.R. 2925/S.1551, the Medicare Common Access Card Act - Discussed AARP's support of the bipartisan bill. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues. Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare-Medicaid "dual eligibles" integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) S. 3586, Recruiting Individuals to Drive Elders (RIDE) Act - Discussed Medicaid non-emergency transportation bill. Discussed Kansas managed long-term services and supports waiver proposal, Administration. Discussed proposals that would establish per-capita caps under Medicaid as well as other Medicaid financing proposals including block grants and changes to the current FMAP structure. (no bill) Discussed extension of funding originally provided under the Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act (P.L. 110-275) to State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs), Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRICs), and Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) for Medicare outreach and enrollment counseling. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of cuts to beneficiaries in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the prevention of an increase in the age of eligibility in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed the patch to the Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) in the Medicare program. (no bill) Discussed concerns of block granting Medicaid. (no bill)

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill) H.R.4050, Retirement Plan Simplication & Enhancement Act of 2012 - Discussed concerns regarding expansion of electronic disclosures of pension documents and notices. AARP Opposed adoption of "Chained CPI" as part of Fiscal Cliff debt. (no bill) H. R. 677/S. 267, Lifetime Income Disclosure Act - Submitted letter of support to the original co-sponsors of the House and Senate versions of the Lifetime Income Disclosure Act. This legislation would provide individulas with a better understanding of the lifemtime value of their 401 (k) plan assets by including in a yearly benefit statement a conversion of their total accrued benefits into a monthly dollar amount as if they had opted to receive a lifetime annuity. S. 1557/H.R. 4049, the Automatic IRA Act of 2011 - Lobbied on legislation to create automatic individual retirement accounts, funded via payroll deduction, to individuals who work for an employer of a particular size and tenure that do not currently offer a retirement savings vehicle to their employees. Discussed S. 1558, the Keeping Our Social Security Promises Act, legislation to apply payroll taxes to remuneration and earnings from self-employment up to the contribution and benefit base and to remuneration in excess of $250,000. Provided an informational briefing on Social Security. S. 1876, Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers Act - Supported legislation to change the index used to calculate annual Social Security COLA's from the CPI-W to the CPI-E. H. R. 539, Preserving Our Promise to Seniors Act - Discussed legislation to make changes pertaining to Social Security, including the use of a new CPI-E index for COLA's, and to provide $250 relief payments to beneficiaries. S. 2252, the Rebuild America Act - Discussed the Social Security and Pensions portions of this wide-ranging legislation designed to "rebuild the American middle class by creating jobs, investing in our future, building opportunity for working families, and restoring balance to the tax code." Discussed the Department of Labor's proposed new fiduciary duty regulation with key staff of the Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration (no bill number). Discussed possible proposals to improve pension rights for participants and reform proposals to improve pension coverage and adequacy. ( no bill) Briefed Congress on AARP's "You've Earned A Say"- A national conversation on the future of Social Security and Medicare with AARP members and all Americans. H.R. 8, the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 - Lobbied against inclusion of Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid legislation affecting benefit levels or service delivery in any end-of-the-session budget deal, and urged congress to not reduce spending levels below current services levels for various non-security discretionary programs, including Health Care (including Rx, medical research and premium support), Social Security (administrative expenses), Older Americans Act Supportive Service, Nutrition and Caregiver programs, Low Income Home Energy Assistance, Weatherization, Elderly Housing and Transit/Transportation, Legal and Taxpayer Assistance, Consumer and Worker Protections and Postal Services. Discussed the current and future challenges faced by Social Security's Representative Payee program. Discussed pending DOL regulations of summary documents for 401(k) fee disclosure. (no bill) H.R. 4609, the Social Security Equality Act - Discussed bill which would authorize the treatment of permanent partnerships between individuals of the same gender as marriage for purposes of determining entitlement to OASDI benefits. Letter sent to Congress expressing AARP's opposition to additional extensions of the temporary payroll tax holiday. (no bill) Discussed pending DOL regulations on the electronic disclosure of ERISA-covered pension plan documents and related potential or current legislation H.R. 4050, the Retirement Plan Simplification and Enhancement Act. Discussed potential legislation regarding the Social Security Administration's process for closing field offices. (no bill) H.R. 4050, Retirement Plan Simplification and Enhancement Act of 2012 - Discussed concerns with Congressional staff regarding provisions to expand electronic disclosures of pension documents and notices. Sent letter to DOL urging caution on any expansion of electronic disclosures of pension documents and notices. S.3295, the Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/increase funding for the Social Security Administration, Older Americans Act nutrition, family caregiver & supportive services programs, low income home energy assistance (LIHEAP), and to protect funding for program authorized under the Affordable Care Act, including CMS State Health insurance exchanges, state survey and demonstrations and preventive health. Discussed with key staff of the Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration and the GAO issue of electronic disclosure of ERISA-covered pension plan documents. (no bill) Discussed with key staff of Congress and the Department of Treasury's Financial Management Service their efforts regarding the March 2013 move away from paper checks to electronic benefit payments for all Social Security beneficiaries. (no bill) Lobbied Congress to prevent the inclusion of Chained CPI and extension of the temporary payroll tax holiday in any lame duck year end budget deal. (no bill) Shared results of AARP public survey on electronic disclosure with Congressional staff and agency staff at DOL/EBSA, Treasury, OMB, CFPB and GAO. Discussed with IRS staff concerns regarding recent guidance on deferred vested benefit notices to participants. Discussed concerns with GAO staff regarding Form 5500. Discussed with Congressional staff recent pension plan "derisking" activities.

Provided information on the need for nursing education capacity and the retention of newer and older nurses in the workplace. (no bill) Discussed barriers to care that can result from language differences between providers and patients and/or lack of translation services. (no bill) Lobbied on preserving fund for the ACA; defended meaningful use of the ACA. (no bill) Discussed need to increase health information technology quality measurements and access to qualified systems. (no bill) S. 1019, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act - Discussed Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act which would provide a $500 credit to people of all ages. H.R. 217, To repeal the Prevention and Public Health Fund - Lobbied against the repeal of the Prevention and Public Health Trust Fund. This fund is an important component in state and community efforts to prevent illness and promote health. Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed Accountable Care Organization and Medical Shared savings. (no bill) Discussed Rate Review. (no bill) Discussed Internal Appeals and External Review Process. (no bill) Discussed Medicare reimbursement issues. Lobbied in support of Medicare physician payment reform. Discussed legislation to make prescription drugs more affordable to older Americans. S. 1416/H.R. 2645, Medigap Medical Loss Ratio Improvement Act - Lobbied for bill introduction and helped with crafting. Discussed Internal Claims, Appeals and external Review Process. (no bill) Discussed HIPAA Privacy Rule Accounting under HITECH Act. (no bill) Discussed coverage for screening depression and screening and counseling for alcohol misuse. (no bill) Discussed consumer operated and oriented plan programs. (no bill) Discussed standards related to risk adjustment, reinsurance, and risk mitigation as they relate to exchanges. (no bill) H.R.2077, MLR Repeal Act of 2011 - Expressed opposition to the elimination of provision in the Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148)Discussed opposition to draft legislation regarding the elimination of grandfathered status. (no bill) Discussed association health plans with DOL, HHS and DOT. (no bill) Discussed quality and care coordination with HHS. (no bill) Discussed Essential Health Benefits with HHS. (no bill) Discussed employer affordability safe harbor. (no bill) Discussed health insurance exchanges - eligibility, enrollment, premium tax credits. (no bill) Discussed Basic Health Plans. (no bill) Discussed Medigap reform. (no bill) Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed role of grandfathered plans. (no bill) Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act and other amendments to the OAA. (no bill) Discussed dual eligibles with Medpac. (no bill) S.3295, the Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/increase funding for the Social Security Administration, Older Americans Act nutrition, family caregiver & supportive services programs, low income home energy assistance (LIHEAP), and to protect funding for program authorized under the Affordable Care Act, including CMS State Health insurance exchanges, state survey & demonstrations and preventive Care Act, including CMS State Health insurance exchanges, state survey and demonstrations and preventive health. Discussed Hospital & Critical Access Hospitals Conditions of Participation proposed regulations; requested that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians assistants be allowed the full scope of services in hospital admitting and visiting privileges. (no bill) Discussed Hospital Outpatient Therapeutic Services Final Rule underscoring that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians should be allowed to supervise such outpatient service clinics without physician oversight as long as in line with state scope of practice laws. (no bill) Discussed Medicare GNE demonstration design problems. Discussed inviting FTC to participate in a webinar on how they are and can be engaged on state scope of practice issues. Also sent follow-up items for their review. (no bill) Discussed Medicare and Social Security programs. (no bill) Lobbied against cuts to the health care prevention fund. (no bill)

S. 163, Full Faith and Credit Act - Discussed AARP position on legislation and second degree amendment to the legislation. S.245, CAP Act of 2011 - Discussed our concerns and opposition to the legislation. H.Con.Res. 112 - Lobbied Congress against cuts to Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid in the Super Committee debate and where savings could be found without harming beneficiaries and protect discretionary services for vulnerable seniors. H.R.6020/S.3301, the Financial Services Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to oppose subjecting Consumer Finance Protection Bureau from annual appropriations oversight, increase/protect funding for the Taxpayer Counseling for the Elderly program, and to protect/increase SEC funding. H.R.5973/S.2375, the Agriculture Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/increase Commodity Supplemental Food program funding. H.R.5325/S.2465, the Energy & Water Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/increase funding for weatherization programs. H.R.5972/S.2322, the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/enhance funding for elderly housing (Section 8 project-based and tenant-base rental assistance and Section 202 programs), elderly transit programs and to protect transportation enhancements. S.3295, the Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/increase funding for the Social Security Administration, Older Americans Act nutrition, family caregiver & supportive services programs, low income home energy assistance (LIHEAP), and to protect funding for program authorized under the Affordable Care Act, including CMS State Health insurances exchanges, state survey & demonstrations and preventive health. Also lobbied Administration (HHS & OMB) to accelerate release of LIHEAP funding and to increase funding for SSA. H.R.5326/S.2323, the Commerce, Science and Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/enhance Equal Employment Opportunity Commission funding. H.R. 6091, Interior Appropriation Act for FY 2013 - Lobbied against inclusion of bill language limiting recovery of attorneys fees under Equal Access to Justice Act. Lobbied Congress against cuts to the Medicare program. (no bill)

Discussed legislative intent with respect to Biologic drugs and exclusivity period.(no bill) Discussed importance of potential savings both to consumers and to the federal government of granting Secretarial Negotiating Authority to Secretary of HHS on Medicare Part D. (no bill) Discussed legislative intent with respect to biologic drugs and the exclusivity period; and discussed importance of potential savings to the health care system generally. (no bill) Discussed need for greater consumer safety protections both in OTC and prescription drugs. (no bill) Discussed need to end industry tactics like Pay for Delay which inappropriately extends patents with effect of keeping prices high for consumers and government. (no bill) Discussed need for doctors to get unbiased information on prescription pharmaceuticals through programs like academic detailing. (no bill) Discussed possible savings and better health care outcomes that could result from Medication Therapy Management. (no bill) Pub. Law 111-148 and 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care legislation to reform the health care system to provide quality healthcare, expand access to long-term services and supports, and reduced prescription drug costs. Discussed greater affordability of generic versions of both generic and biologic drugs. S. 319, Pharmaceutical Market Access and Drug Safety Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation that establishes a framework for the safe, legal importation of lower-priced prescription drugs from abroad. S. 1206, Medicare Drug Savings Act of 2011 - Discussed rebates in Medicare Part D as a cost savings measure in Medicare that does not harm beneficiaries. H. R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied on legislation to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. S. 27, Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Lobbied for this legislation preventing abuses in patent settlements between generic and brand name prescription drug companies. S. 1886/H.R. 3468, Discussed counterfeit drug penalty enhancement. Discussed prescription drug safety, drug shortage, and medical device safety, and related user fee legislation. S. 2193, the Ensuring Safe Medical Devices for Patients Act - Discussed legislation to include devices in the post-market risk identification and analysis system for prescription drugs and to expedite the implementation of the unique device identification system for medical devices. Discussed draft legislation to address the issue of whether generic drug manufacturers have a duty to include new warnings about potentially serious side effects on their labels as they become known. The bill would accomplish this by giving generic drug makers the same ability to update their labeling as currently exists for manufacturers of brand name drugs. (no bill) S.3187, Food and Drug Administration safety and Innovation Act - FDA user fee agreement legislation focusing on the review process for prescription drugs and medical devices, prescription drug safety, drug shortages, medical device safety and access to generic drugs. S. 1882, Fair and Immediate Release of Generic Drugs Act or the FAIR Generics Act - Discussed pay-for-delay amendment to the FDA user fee agreement legislation based the stand-alone bill. S.3212, Cody Miller Initiative for Safer Prescriptions Act - To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to promulgate regulations regarding the authorship, content, format, and dissemination of Patient Medication information. Discussed prescription drugs. Discussed legislation to address the inaproppriate use of antipsychotics in nursing home facilities. (no bill) Discussed legislative intent with respect to biologic drugs and the exclusivity period; and discussed importance of potential savings to the health care system generally; discussed the need for greater protections for consumers related to prescription drugs. (no bill)

Discussion of draft legislation to reauthorize SAFTEA-LU. AARP interests include increasing funding for public transit and special needs para-transit services, promotion of older driver and pedestrian safety, expanding adoption of planning and design features to better accommodate all roadway users and strengthening connections between transportation and land use planning. H.R. 1780/S.1056, Safe and Complete Streets Act - Discussion of legislation to require States and Metropolitan Planning Organizations to adopt complete streets policies to ensure that federally-funded improvements to roadways incorporate design changes that permit users of all ages and abilities to travel safely and conveniently. H.R. 4348/S.1813, Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century, MAP 21 - Discussed the Surface transportation reauthorization bill, including pension-related amendments in financing title, supported addition of participant protections. H.R. 5972/S.2322, the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/enhance funding for elderly housing (Section 8 project-based and tenant-based rental assistance and Section 202 programs), elderly transit programs and to protect transportation enhancements.

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill) Lobbied supplemental poverty measure with House and Senate staff. (no bill) Discussed poverty and hunger issues. (no bill) Discussed SNAP. (no bill) Discussed increasing senior representation in CDC studies and supported public participation in samples.

Provided information on the need for nursing education capacity and the retention of newer and older nurses in the workplace (no bill). H.R.3630, SGR - Discussed physician payment reform; and discussed the implementation of dual-eligibles as through the implementation of various demonstration projects. Pub.Law 111-148 & 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care law that would reform the health care system to provide affordable quality health care, reduce drug costs and expand access to long-term services and supports. Discussed transitional care program. Discussed how to implement Medicaid provisions of Affordable Care Act. (PL. 111-148) Lobbied in support of draft legislation that would grant individuals whose COBRA has expired the same Medicare Part B enrollment rights as those who have group coverage. (no bill) S. 374, Medicare Mental Health Inpatient Equity Act - Lobbied in support of this legislation to eliminate the 190-day lifetime limit on Medicare coverage for in-patient psychiatric hospital services. S.3295, the Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect funding for program authorized under the Affordable Care Act, including CMS State Health insurance exchanges, state survey & demonstrations and preventative health. Discussed improving access to care for underserved population. (no bill) Discussed importance of maintaining low income subsididies and supports in Medicare. (no bill) Discussed the importance of coordinating services for those who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid in order to ensure that beneficiaries receive all needed benefits but there is no duplication. (no bill) Discussed whether, and under what circumstances, managed care could effectively be used to provide benefits to dual eligible beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed implementation of Anti-Fraud Measures of Affordable Care Act (PL. 111-148), including coordination between HHS, DOJ and state Attorneys General. Discussed additional methods for fighting fraud and waste in Health Care. (no bill) Discussed Medigap and need for guaranteed issue for all populations and need to increase medical loss ratio. Discussed medicare physician payment issues. (no bill) Discussed durable medical equipment bidding. (no bill) H.R. 1654, Medicare Enrollment Protection Act - Lobbied for legislation to provide Medicare beneficiaries with additional opportunities to enroll in Medicare Part B. H.R. 978, To amend Title II of the Social Security Act - Lobbied against the use of the Social Security account number on Government-issued identification cards issued in connection with Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP benefits and for other purposes. S. 1206/H.R. 2190, The Medicare Drug Savings Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation to require prescription drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. S. 1251, Medicare and Medicaid Fighting Fraud and Abuse to Save Taxpayers' Dollars Act - Discussed support to curb waste and fraud from the Medicare and Medicaid programs. S. 1275, The Medicare and Medicaid FAST Act - Lobbied on legislation to prevent fraud and abuse within the federal health programs. S. 1206/H.R. 2190, The Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed legislation that would establish Medicaid drug rebates for the duals. Medicare physician reimbursement issues. (no bill) H.R. 3630, Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 - Discussed the legislation as it pertained to SGR. Discussed Medicare Graduate Nursing Education pilot design. (no bill) Discussed Medicare Physician Payment Reform. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Affordability. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Shortages. (no bill) H.R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. H.R. 2576 - Discussion to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the calculation of modified adjusted gross income for purposes of determining eligibility for certain healthcare-related programs. Discussed opposition to caps on dual eligibles; discussed managed care and dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed with CMS demonstration programs for dual eligibles and process related to the demonstrations, as well as other work of the Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office, discussed home and community setting issue in Medicaid, discussed focus groups on dual eligibles; discussed implementation of some Medicaid HCBS provisions. Discussed Medicaid managed care and long-term services and supports broadly. Discussed Hospital & Critical Access Hospitals Conditions of Participation proposed regulations; requested that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians assistants be allowed the full scope of services in hospital admitting and visiting privileges. (no bill) Discussed Hospital Outpatient Therapeutic Services Final Rule underscoring that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians should be allowed to supervise such outpatient service clinics without physician oversight as long as in line with state scope of practice laws. (no bill) Discussed inviting FTC to participate in a webinar on how they are and can be engaged on state scope of practice issues. Also sent follow-up items for their review. (no bill) Discussed health disparities. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare/Medicaid "dual eligibles" integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations; and other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) Discussed methods for fighting additional fraud and waste in Healthcare. (no bill) Discussed Medicare physician payment issues. (no bill) S.2243, Discussed Medicare Better Health Rewards Program. Discussed You've Earned a Say. (no bill) S. 3271, Discussed Equal Access to Medicare Options Act of 2012. H.R. 2925/S.1551, the Medicare Common Access Card Act - Discussed AARP's support of the bipartisan bill. Discussed Affordable Care Act Medicaid expansion issues. Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare-Medicaid "dual eligibles" integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations, other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) S. 3586, Recruiting Individuals to Drive Elders (RIDE) Act - Discussed Medicaid non-emergency transportation bill.

S. 2189, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported legislation to restore law to its state before 2009 SCOTUS decision in Gross v. FBL Financial Services. Submitted comment letter to EEOC regarding strategic enforcement priorities. H.R.5326/S.2323, the Commerce, Science and Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/enhance Equal Employment Opportunity Commission funding, and opposed rider barring the EEOC from enforcing disparate impact regulations. Sent letter to White House regarding desired qualities in next nominee, to fill vacancy in EEOC.

Discussed draft legislation on Voter Modernization to Amend National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to promote use of Internet by state election officials in voter registration activities. (no bill) S.2323/H.R.5326, Commerce, Justice, Science and related agencies appropriations - Opposed rider barring EEOC from enforcing disparate impact relations. S. 2189, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported legislation to restore law to its state before 2009 SCOTUS decision in Gross v. FBL Financial Services. S.462/H.R. 2564, Elder Abuse Victims Act of 2011 - Discussed elder abuse issues. S. 464, End Abuse in Later Life Act of 2011 -Discussed elder abuse issues. S. 1263/H.R. 112, Silver Alert Act - Discussed elder abuse issues. Discussed the rights of elder GLBT persons in accessing public service and benefits. (no bill) Worked with coalition to discuss House and Senate strategies to remove barriers to voting emerging in state laws. (no bill) Submitted comment letter to EEOC regarding strategic enforcement priorities. S. 1744, Guardianship Accountability Act - To improve quality of guardianship protections and background checks. H.R. 4126, Voter I.D. Accessibility Act of 2012 - Amend VRA to require voter I.D. states to provide documentation without charge for certain populations. H.R. 5799, voter Empowerment Act - Combines several bills to strengthen access to voting under VRA and HAVA. Discussed Voting Rights issues. (no bill)

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill) H.R.4050, Retirement Plan Simplication & Enhancement Act of 2012 - Discussed concerns regarding expansion of electronic disclosures of pension documents and notices. Sent letter to DOL urging caution on any expansion of electronic disclosures of pension documents and notices. H.R.4348/S.1813, Surface Transportation - Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act - Supported addition of provisions to Revenue Provisions section to improve protections for pension participants. Discussion on Automatic IRA proposal to provide automatic individual retirement accounts, funded via payroll deduction, to individuals who work for an employer of a particular size and tenure that do not currently offer a retirement savings vehicle to their employees. (no bill) Discussed Social Security COLA relief. (no bill) H. R. 677/S. 267, Lifetime Income Disclosure Act - Submitted letter of support to the original co-sponsors of the House and Senate versions of the Lifetime Income Disclosure Act. This legislation would provide individulas with a better understanding of the lifemtime value of their 401 (k) plan assets by including in a yearly benefit statement a conversion of their total accrued benefits into a monthly dollar amount as if they had opted to receive a lifetime annuity. H.J. Res.1/S.J. Res.4 - Discussed AARP's concerns about efforts to cutting Social Security benefits as a way of addressing the nation's current budget deficits, including the impact on Social Security of capping spending at a certain level or via balanced budget amendments. S. 1557/H.R. 4049, the Automatic IRA Act of 2011 - Lobbied on legislation to create automatic individual retirement accounts, funded via payroll deduction, to individuals who work for an employer of a particular size and tenure that do not currently offer a retirement savings vehicle to their employees. Discussed S. 1558, the Keeping Our Social Security Promises Act, legislation to apply payroll taxes to remuneration and earnings from self-employment up to the contribution and benefit base and to remuneration in excess of $250,000. Provided an informational briefing on Social Security. S. 1876, Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers Act - Supported legislation to change the index used to calculate annual Social Security COLA's from the CPI-W to the CPI-E. H. R. 539, Preserving Our Promise to Seniors Act - Discussed legislation to make changes pertaining to Social Security, including the use of a new CPI-E index for COLA's, and to provide $250 relief payments to beneficiaries. H. R. 3630/Senate Substitute, Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation containing an extension or expansion of the current temporary payroll tax holiday. S. 1917/1944, Middle Class Tax Cut Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation containing an extension or expansion of the current temporary payroll tax holiday. S. 1931, Temporary Tax Holiday and Government Reduction Act - Discussed legislation containing an extension or expansion of the current temporary payroll holiday. S. 2252, the Rebuild America Act - Discussed the Social Security and Pensions portions of this wide-ranging legislation designed to "rebuild the American middle class by creating jobs, investing in our future, building opportunity for working families, and restoring balance to the tax code." Discussed various defined benefit/defined contribution pension reform proposals (no bill). Submitted written testimony to the Senate Banking Economic Policy Subcommittee for their March 28, 2012, hearing entitled "Retirement (in) security: Examining the Retirement Savings Deficit." Discussed the Department of Labor's proposed new fiduciary duty regulation with key staff of the Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration (no bill number). Discussed possible proposals to improve pension rights for participants and reform proposals to improve pension coverage and adequacy. ( no bill) Lobbied Congress on AARP's "You've Earned A Say"- A national conversation on the future of Social Security and Medicare with AARP members and all Amerivcans. The goal of this effort is to ensure that Americans have a say in any debate about these programs. Provides Phase1 results and Phase 2 objectives. (no bill) Submitted a letter to the House Judiciary Committee's Subcommittee on Immigration Policy and Enforcement for thsir April 18, 2012, hearing entitled "Document Fraud in Employment Authorization: How an E-Verify Requirement Can Help". (no bill) Discussed the 2012 Social Security Trustees Report. (no bill) Discussed Social Security's Future Systems Technology Advisory Panel (FSTA) with House Ways and Means Committee's Social Security Subcommittee's majority staff for their May 9, 2012, hearing on "the State of Social Security's Information Technology". (no bill) Discussed with GAO the current and future challenges faced by Social Security's Representative Payee program. GAO is undertaking the study to look at the history of the program, current and future challenges to managing the program, and other potential options for managing the program. (no bill) Discussed pending DOL regulations of summary documents for 401(k) fee disclosure. (no bill) H.R. 4609, the Social Security Equality Act - Discussed bill which would authorize the treatment of permanent partnerships between individuals of the same gender as marriage for purposes of determining entitlement to OASDI benefits. Letter sent to Congress expressing AARP's opposition to aditional extensions of the temporary payroll tax holiday. (no bill) Discussed pending DOL regulations on the electronic disclosure of ERISA-covered pension plan documents and related potential or current legislation H.R. 4050, the Retirement Plan Simplification and Enhancement Act. Discussed potential legislation regarding the Social Security Administration's process for closing field offices. (no bill) Discussed Social Security provisions contained within the Rivlin/Domenici Bipartisan Policy Center Debt Reduction Task Force plan as it pertained to the June 19 Senate Finance Committee hearing entitled "Confronting the Looming Fiscal Crisis". (no bill) H.R. 4050, Retirement Plan Simplification and Enhancement Act of 2012 - Discussed concerns regarding expansion of electronic disclosures of pension documents and notices. Sent letter to DOL urging caution on any expansion of electronic disclosures of pension documents and notices. H.R. 4348/S.1813, "MAP-21" Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act - Supported the addition of provisions to revenue provisions section to improve protections for pension participants. S.3295, the Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/increase funding for the Social Security Administration, Older Americans Act nutrition, family caregiver & supportive services programs, low income home energy assistance (LIHEAP), and to protect funding for program authorized under the Affordable Care Act, including CMS State Health insurance exchanges, state survey and demonstrations and preventive health.

S. 2189, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported legislation to restore law to its state before 2009 SCOTUS decision in Gross v. FBL Financial Services. Submitted comment letter to EEOC regarding strategic enforcement priorities. S.2323/H.R.5326, Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies Appropriations - Opposed rider barring the EEOC from enforcing disparate impact regulations. H.R.5326/S.2323, the Commerce, Science and Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/enhance Equal Employment Opportunity Commission funding.

S. 163, Full Faith and Credit Act - Discussed AARP position on legislation and second degree amendment to the legislation. S.245, CAP Act of 2011 - Discussed our concerns and opposition to the legislation. S.2323/H.R.5326, Commerce, Justice, Science and related agencies Appropriations - Opposed rider barring EEOC from enforcing disparate impact regulations. H.Con.Res. 112 - Lobbied Congress against cuts to Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid in the Super Committee debate and where savings could be found without harming beneficiaries and protect discretionary services for vulnerable seniors. H.R.6020/S.3301, the Financial Services Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to oppose subjecting Consumer Finance Protection Bureau from annual appropriations oversight, increase/protect funding for the Taxpayer Counseling for the Elderly program, and to protect/increase SEC funding. H.R.5973/S.2375, the Agriculture Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/increase Commodity Supplemental Food program funding. H.R.5325/S.2465, the Energy & Water Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/increase funding for weatherization programs. H.R.5972/S.2322, the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/enhance funding for elderly housing (Section 8 project-based and tenant-base rental assistance and Section 202 programs), elderly transit programs and to protect transportation enhancements. S.3295, the Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/increase funding for the Social Security Administration, Older Americans Act nutrition, family caregiver & supportive services programs, low income home energy assistance (LIHEAP), and to protect funding for program authorized under the Affordable Care Act, including CMS State Health insurances exchanges, state survey & demonstrations and preventive health. H.R.5326/S.2323, the Commerce, Science and Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/enhance Equal Employment Opportunity Commission funding.

Provided information on the need for nursing education capacity and the retention of newer and older nurses in the workplace. (no bill) Discussed barriers to care that can result from language differences between providers and patients and/or lack of translation services. (no bill) Lobbied on preserving fund for the ACA; defended meaningful use of the ACA. (no bill) Discussed need to increase health information technology quality measurements and access to qualified systems. (no bill) S. 1019, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act - Discussed Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act which would provide a $500 credit to people of all ages. H.R. 217, To repeal the Prevention and Public Health Fund - Lobbied against the repeal of the Prevention and Public Health Trust Fund. This fund is an important component in state and community efforts to prevent illness and promote health. Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed Accountable Care Organization and Medical Shared savings. (no bill) Discussed Rate Review. (no bill) Discussed Internal Appeals and External Review Process. (no bill) Discussed Medicare reimbursement issues. Lobbied in support of Medicare physician payment reform. Discussed legislation to make prescription drugs more affordable to older Americans. S. 159/H.R. 63, Discussed the Confidence in Long-Term Care Insurance Act/Long-Term Insurance Reform Act which improves the consumer protections of LTC insurance policies and make more and better information available to consumers to help them make informed decisions about such policies. S. 1416/H.R. 2645, Medigap Medical Loss Ratio Improvement Act - Lobbied for bill introduction and helped with crafting. Discussed Internal Claims, Appeals and external Review Process. (no bill) Discussed HIPAA Privacy Rule Accounting under HITECH Act. (no bill) Discussed coverage for screening depression and screening and counseling for alcohol misuse. (no bill) Discussed consumer operated and oriented plan programs. (no bill) Discussed standards related to risk adjustment, reinsurance, and risk mitigation as they relate to exchanges. (no bill) H.R.2077, MLR Repeal Act of 2011 - Expressed opposition to the elimination of provision in the Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148)Discussed opposition to draft legislation regarding the elimination of grandfathered status. (no bill) Discussed association health plans with DOL, HHS and DOT. (no bill) Discussed quality and care coordination with HHS. (no bill) Discussed Essential Health Benefits with HHS. (no bill) Discussed employer affordability safe harbor. (no bill) Discussed health insurance exchanges - eligibility, enrollment, premium tax credits. (no bill) Discussed Basic Health Plans. (no bill) Discussed Medigap reform. (no bill) Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed role of grandfathered plans. (no bill) Discussed status of the CLASS Program. (no bill) Discussed opposition to repeal of the CLASS Program (no bill, but also as S. 720, the Repeal the CLASS Entitlement Act. Discussed opposition to H.R. 1173, the Fiscal Responsibility and Retirement Security Act, to repeal the CLASS Program and shared stories and information related to long-term services and supports. Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act and other amendments to the OAA. (no bill) Discussed cost effectiveness of home and community-based services. (no bill) Discussed dual eligibles with Medpac. (no bill) S.3295, the Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect/increase funding for the Social Security Administration, Older Americans Act nutrition, family caregiver & supportive services programs, low income home energy assistance (LIHEAP), and to protect funding for program authorized under the Affordable Care Act, including CMS State Health insurance exchanges, state survey & demonstrations and preventive Care Act, including CMS State Health insurance exchanges, state survey and demonstrations and preventive health. Discussed Hospital & Critical Access Hospitals Conditions of Participation proposed regulations; requested that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians assistants be allowed the full scope of services in hospital admitting and visiting privileges. (no bill) Discussed Hospital Outpatient Therapeutic Services Final Rule underscoring that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians should be allowed to supervise such outpatient service clinics without physician oversight as long as in line with state scope of practice laws. (no bill) Discussed Medicare GNE demonstration design problems. Discussed inviting FTC to participate in a webinar on how they are and can be engaged on state scope of practice issues. Also sent follow-up items for their review. (no bill) Discussed legislation to make long-term care insurance available under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements and to improve consumer protections. (no bill) Discussed Medicare and Social Security programs. (no bill)

Discussed legislative intent with respect to Biologic drugs and exclusivity period.(no bill) Discussed importance of potential savings both to consumers and to the federal government of granting Secretarial Negotiating Authority to Secretary of HHS on Medicare Part D. (no bill) Discussed legislative intent with respect to biologic drugs and the exclusivity period; and discussed importance of potential savings to the health care system generally. (no bill) Discussed need for greater consumer safety protections both in OTC and prescription drugs. (no bill) Discussed need to end industry tactics like Pay for Delay which inappropriately extends patents with effect of keeping prices high for consumers and government. (no bill) Discussed need for doctors to get unbiased information on prescription pharmaceuticals through programs like academic detailing. (no bill) Discussed possible savings and better health care outcomes that could result from Medication Therapy Management. (no bill) Pub. Law 111-148 and 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care legislation to reform the health care system to provide quality healthcare, expand access to long-term services and supports, and reduced prescription drug costs. Discussed greater affordability of generic versions of both generic and biologic drugs. S. 319, Pharmaceutical Market Access and Drug Safety Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation that establishes a framework for the safe, legal importation of lower-priced prescription drugs from abroad. S. 1206, Medicare Drug Savings Act of 2011 - Discussed rebates in Medicare Part D as a cost savings measure in Medicare that does not harm beneficiaries. H. R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied on legislation to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. S. 27, Preserve Access to Affordable Generics Act - Lobbied for this legislation preventing abuses in patent settlements between generic and brand name prescription drug companies. S. 1886/H.R. 3468, Discussed counterfeit drug penalty enhancement. Discussed prescription drug safety, drug shortage, and medical device safety, and related user fee legislation. S. 2193, the Ensuring Safe Medical Devices for Patients Act - Discussed legislation to include devices in the post-market risk identification and analysis system for prescription drugs and to expedite the implementation of the unique device identification system for medical devices. Discussed draft legislation to address the issue of whether generic drug manufacturers have a duty to include new warnings about potentially serious side effects on their labels as they become known. The bill would accomplish this by giving generic drug makers the same ability to update their labeling as currently exists for manufacturers of brand name drugs. (no bill) S.3187, Food and Drug Administration safety and Innovation Act - FDA user fee agreement legislation focusing on the review process for prescription drugs and medical devices, prescription drug safety, drug shortages, medical device safety and access to generic drugs. S. 1882, Fair and Immediate Release of Generic Drugs Act or the FAIR Generics Act - Discussed pay-for-delay amendment to the FDA user fee agreement legislation based the stand-alone bill. S.3212, Cody Miller Initiative for Safer Prescriptions Act - To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to promulgate regulations regarding the authorship, content, format, and dissemination of Patient Medication information.

Provided information on the need for nursing education capacity and the retention of newer and older nurses in the workplace (no bill). H.R.3630, SGR - Discussed physician payment reform; and discussed the implementation of dual-eligibles as through the implementation of various demonstration projects. Pub.Law 111-148 & 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care law that would reform the health care system to provide affordable quality health care, reduce drug costs and expand access to long-term services and supports. Discussed transitional care program. Discussed how to implement Medicaid provisions of Affordable Care Act. (PL. 111-148) Lobbied in support of draft legislation that would grant individuals whose COBRA has expired the same Medicare Part B enrollment rights as those who have group coverage. (no bill) S. 374, Medicare Mental Health Inpatient Equity Act - Lobbied in support of this legislation to eliminate the 190-day lifetime limit on Medicare coverage for in-patient psychiatric hospital services. S.3295, the Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2013 - Lobbied to protect funding for program authorized under the Affordable Care Act, including CMS State Health insurance exchanges, state survey & demonstrations and preventative health. Discussed improving access to care for underserved population. (no bill) Discussed importance of maintaining low income subsididies and supports in Medicare. (no bill) Discussed the importance of coordinating services for those who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid in order to ensure that beneficiaries receive all needed benefits but there is no duplication. (no bill) Discussed whether, and under what circumstances, managed care could effectively be used to provide benefits to dual eligible beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed implementation of Anti-Fraud Measures of Affordable Care Act (PL. 111-148), including coordination between HHS, DOJ and state Attorneys General. Discussed additional methods for fighting fraud and waste in Health Care. (no bill) Discussed Medigap and need for guaranteed issue for all populations and need to increase medical loss ratio. Discussed medicare physician payment issues. (no bill) Discussed durable medical equipment bidding. (no bill) H.R. 1654, Medicare Enrollment Protection Act - Lobbied for legislation to provide Medicare beneficiaries with additional opportunities to enroll in Medicare Part B. H.R. 978, To amend Title II of the Social Security Act - Lobbied against the use of the Social Security account number on Government-issued identification cards issued in connection with Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP benefits and for other purposes. S. 1206/H.R. 2190, The Medicare Drug Savings Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation to require prescription drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. S. 1251, Medicare and Medicaid Fighting Fraud and Abuse to Save Taxpayers' Dollars Act - Discussed support to curb waste and fraud from the Medicare and Medicaid programs. S. 1275, The Medicare and Medicaid FAST Act - Lobbied on legislation to prevent fraud and abuse within the federal health programs. S. 1206/H.R. 2190, The Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed legislation that would establish Medicaid drug rebates for the duals. Medicare physician reimbursement issues. (no bill) H.R. 3630, Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 - Discussed the legislation as it pertained to SGR. Discussed Medicare Graduate Nursing Education pilot design. (no bill) Discussed Medicare Physician Payment Reform. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Affordability. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Shortages. (no bill) H.R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. H.R. 2576 - Discussion to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the calculation of modified adjusted gross income for purposes of determining eligibility for certain healthcare-related programs. Discussed opposition to caps on dual eligibles; discussed managed care and dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed Senior Navigation and Planning Act. (no bill) Discussed with CMS demonstration programs for dual eligibles and process related to the demonstrations, as well as other work of the Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office, discussed opposition to Florida medicaid waivers (including letter), discussed home and community setting issue in Medicaid, discussed focus groups on dual eligibles; discussed implementation of some Medicaid HCBS provisions. Discussed Medicaid managed care and long-term services and supports broadly. Discussed Fair Labor Standards Act and companionship exemption. Discussed Hospital & Critical Access Hospitals Conditions of Participation proposed regulations; requested that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians assistants be allowed the full scope of services in hospital admitting and visiting privileges. (no bill) Discussed Hospital Outpatient Therapeutic Services Final Rule underscoring that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians should be allowed to supervise such outpatient service clinics without physician oversight as long as in line with state scope of practice laws. (no bill) Discussed inviting FTC to participate in a webinar on how they are and can be engaged on state scope of practice issues. Also sent follow-up items for their review. (no bill) Discussed health disparities. (no bill) Discussed Medicaid reform, Medicare/Medicaid "dual eligibles" integration efforts and financial alignment demonstrations; and other CMS demonstration initiatives. (no bill) Discussed methods for fighting additional fraud and waste in Healthcare. (no bill) Discussed Medicare physician payment issues. (no bill) S.2243, Discussed Medicare Better Health Rewards Program. Discussed You've Earned a Say. (no bill) S. 3271, Discussed Equal Access to Medicare Options Act of 2012.

Discussed draft legislation on Voter Modernization to Amend National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to promote use of Internet by state election officials in voter registration activities. (no bill) S.2323/H.R.5326, Commerce, Justice, Science and related agencies appropriations - Opposed rider barring EEOC from enforcing disparate impact relations. S. 2189, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported legislation to restore law to its state before 2009 SCOTUS decision in Gross v. FBL Financial Services. S.462/H.R. 2564, Elder Abuse Victims Act of 2011 - Discussed elder abuse issues. S. 464, End Abuse in Later Life Act of 2011 -Discussed elder abuse issues. S. 1263/H.R. 112, Silver Alert Act - Discussed elder abuse issues. Discussed the rights of elder GLBT persons in accessing public service and benefits. (no bill) Worked with coalition to discuss House and Senate strategies to remove barriers to voting emerging in state laws. (no bill) Submitted comment letter to EEOC regarding strategic enforcement priorities. S. 1744, Guardianship Accountability Act - To improve quality of guardianship protections and background checks. H.R. 4126, Voter I.D. Accessibility Act of 2012 - Amend VRA to require voter I.D. states to provide documentation without charge for certain populations. H.R. 5799, voter Empowerment Act - Combines several bills to strengthen access to voting under VRA and HAVA.

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill) Lobbied supplemental poverty measure with House and Senate staff. (no bill) Discussed poverty and hunger issues. (no bill) Discussed SNAP. (no bill) Discussed increasing senior representation in CDC studies and supported public participation in samples.

Discussed draft legislation on Voter Modernization to Amend National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to promote use of Internet by state election officials in voter registration activities. (no bill) Supported proposed final regulations on disparate impact age discrimination. Supported incorporation of age discrimination concerns in EEOC guidance on caregiver discrimination. S. 2189, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported legislation to restore law to its state before 2009 SCOTUS decision in Gross v. FBL Financial Services. S.462/H.R. 2564, Elder Abuse Victims Act of 2011 - Discussed elder abuse issues. S. 464, End Abuse in Later Life Act of 2011 -Discussed elder abuse issues. S. 1263/H.R. 112, Silver Alert Act - Discussed elder abuse issues. Discussed the rights of elder GLBT persons in accessing public service and benefits. (no bill) Worked with coalition to discuss House and Senate strategies to remove barriers to voting emerging in state laws. (no bill)

Discussion of draft legislation to reauthorize SAFTEA-LU. AARP interests include increasing funding for public transit and special needs para-transit services, promotion of older driver and pedestrian safety, expanding adoption of planning and design features to better accommodate all roadway users and strengthening connections between transportation and land use planning. (no bill) H.R. 1780/S.1056, Safe and Complete Streets Act - Discussion of draft legislation to require States and Metropolitan Planning Organizations to adopt complete streets policies to ensure that federally-funded improvements to roadways incorporate design changes that permit potential users of all ages and abilities to travel safely and conveniently. H. R. 1776, Older Driver and Pedestrian Safety and Roadway Enhancement Act - Discussion of draft legislation to create a federal funding program for States to implement federal safety design recommendations at roads and intersections with a high incidence of traffice accidents and fatalities involving older drivers and pedestrians. S. 1942/H.R. 4028, Specialized Transportation for Older Adults legislation - Discussion of legislation to provide operating subsidy funding for the Department of Transportation Sec.5310 special needs transportation program for seniors and persons with disabilities, increase participation in the planning process, improve data collection, establish a mobility management program for older adults and authorize appropriations for the National Center on Senior Transportation. H.R. 3536, Safe Roads for America Act - Discussion of legislation to set later deadline for implementation of minimum maintained standards for the retro-reflectivity of traffic signs. S.1813, Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century, MAP 12 - Discussed the Surface transportation reauthorization bill, including pension-related amendments in financing title, supported addition of participant protections. H.R. 7, American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Act of 2012 - Discussed pension-related amendments in financing title, supported addition of participant protections.

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill) Discussion on Automatic IRA proposal to provide automatic individual retirement accounts, funded via payroll deduction, to individuals who work for an employer of a particular size and tenure that do not currently offer a retirement savings vehicle to their employees. (no bill) Discussed Social Security COLA relief. (no bill) H. R. 677/S. 267, Lifetime Income Disclosure Act - Submitted letter of support to the original co-sponsors of the House and Senate versions of the Lifetime Income Disclosure Act. This legislation would provide individulas with a better understanding of the lifemtime value of their 401 (k) plan assets by including in a yearly benefit statement a conversion of their total accrued benefits into a monthly dollar amount as if they had opted to receive a lifetime annuity. H.J. Res.1/S.J. Res.4 - Discussed AARP's concerns about efforts to cutting Social Security benefits as a way of addressing the nation's current budget deficits, including the impact on Social Security of capping spending at a certain level or via balanced budget amendments. S. 1557/H.R. 4049, the Automatic IRA Act of 2011 - Lobbied on legislation to create automatic individual retirement accounts, funded via payroll deduction, to individuals who work for an employer of a particular size and tenure that do not currently offer a retirement savings vehicle to their employees. Discussed S. 1558, the Keeping Our Social Security Promises Act, legislation to apply payroll taxes to remuneration and earnings from self-employment up to the contribution and benefit base and to remuneration in excess of $250,000. Provided an informational briefing on Social Security. S. 1876, Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers Act - Supported legislation to change the index used to calculate annual Social Security COLA's from the CPI-W to the CPI-E. H. R. 539, Preserving Our Promise to Seniors Act - Discussed legislation to make changes pertaining to Social Security, including the use of a new CPI-E index for COLA's, and to provide $250 relief payments to beneficiaries. H. R. 3630/Senate Substitute, Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation containing an extension or expansion of the current temporary payroll tax holiday. S. 1917/1944, Middle Class Tax Cut Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation containing an extension or expansion of the current temporary payroll tax holiday. S. 1931, Temporary Tax Holiday and Government Reduction Act - Discussed legislation containing an extension or expansion of the current temporary payroll holiday. Discussed AARP's You've Earned A Say - A national conversation on the future of Social Security and Medicare with AARP memnbers and all Americans. The goal of this effort is to ensure that Americans have a say in any debate about these programs. (no bill) S. 2252, the Rebuild America Act - Discussed the Social Security and Pensions portions of this wide-ranging legislation designed to "rebuild the American middle class by creating jobs, investing in our future, building opportunity for working families, and restoring balance to the tax code." Discussed various defined benefit/defined contribution pension reform proposals (no bill). Submitted written testimony to the Senate Banking Economic Policy Subcommittee for their March 28, 2012, hearing entitled "Retirement (in) security: Examining the Retirement Savings Deficit." Discussed the Department of Labor's proposed new fiduciary duty regulation with key staff of the Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration (no bill number). Discussed possible proposals to improve pension rights for participants and reform proposals to improve pension coverage and adequacy. ( no bill)

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill) Lobbied supplemental poverty measure with House and Senate staff. (no bill)

S. 163, Full Faith and Credit Act - Discussed AARP position on legislation and second degree amendment to the legislation. S.245, CAP Act of 2011 - Discussed our concerns and opposition to the legislation. H.Con.Res. 112 - Lobbied Congress against cuts to Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid in the Super Committee debate and where savings could be found without harming beneficiaries.

Provided information on the need for nursing education capacity and the retention of newer and older nurses in the workplace. (no bill) Discussed barriers to care that can result from language differences between providers and patients and/or lack of translation services. (no bill) Discussed need to increase health information technology quality measurements and access to qualified systems. (no bill) S. 1019, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act - Discussed Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act which would provide a $500 credit to people of all ages. H.R. 217, To repeal the Prevention and Public Health Fund - Lobbied against the repeal of the Prevention and Public Health Trust Fund. This fund is an important component in state and community efforts to prevent illness and promote health. Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed Accountable Care Organization and Medical Shared savings. (no bill) Discussed Rate Review. (no bill) Discussed Internal Appeals and External Review Process. (no bill) Discussed Medicare reimbursement issues. Lobbied in support of Medicare physician payment reform. Discussed legislation to make prescription drugs more affordable to older Americans. S. 159/H.R. 63, Discussed the Confidence in Long-Term Care Insurance Act/Long-Term Insurance Reform Act which improves the consumer protections of LTC insurance policies and make more and better information available to consumers to help them make informed decisions about such policies. S. 1416/H.R. 2645, Medigap Medical Loss Ratio Improvement Act - Lobbied for bill introduction and helped with crafting. Discussed Internal Claims, Appeals and external Review Process. (no bill) Discussed HIPAA Privacy Rule Accounting under HITECH Act. (no bill) Discussed coverage for screening depression and screening and counseling for alcohol misuse. (no bill) Discussed consumer operated and oriented plan programs. (no bill) Discussed standards related to risk adjustment, reinsurance, and risk mitigation as they relate to exchanges. (no bill) H.R.2077, MLR Repeal Act of 2011 - Expressed opposition to the elimination of provision in the Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148)Discussed opposition to draft legislation regarding the elimination of grandfathered status. (no bill) Discussed association health plans with DOL, HHS and DOT. (no bill) Discussed quality and care coordination with HHS. (no bill) Discussed Essential Health Benefits with HHS. (no bill) Discussed employer affordability safe harbor. (no bill) Discussed health insurance exchanges - eligibility, enrollment, premium tax credits. (no bill) Discussed Basic Health Plans. (no bill) Discussed Medigap reform. (no bill) Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed role of grandfathered plans. (no bill) Discussed status of the CLASS Program. (no bill) Discussed opposition to repeal of the CLASS Program (no bill, but also as S. 720, the Repeal the CLASS Entitlement Act. Discussed opposition to H.R. 1173, the Fiscal Responsibility and Retirement Security Act, to repeal the CLASS Program and shared stories and information related to long-term services and supports. Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act and other amendments to the OAA. (no bill) S. 1750 -Discussed Home Care Consumer Bill of Rights Act. Discussed cost effectiveness of home and community-based services. (no bill) Discussed reports on family caregiving and Long-Term Services and Supports State Scorecard. (no bill) Discussed Hospital & Critical Access Hospitals Conditions of Participation proposed regulations; requested that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians assistants be allowed the full scope of services in hospital admitting and visiting privileges. (no bill) Discussed Hospital Outpatient Therapeutic Services Final Rule underscoring that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians should be allowed to supervise such outpatient service clinics without physician oversight as long as in line with state scope of practice laws. (no bill) Discussed Medicare GNE demonstration design problems. Discussed inviting FTC to participate in a webinar on how they are and can be engaged on state scope of practice issues. Also sent follow-up items for their review. (no bill) Discussed legislation to make long-term care insurance available under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements and to improve consumer protections. (no bill)

Discussed FCC's interest in consumer protections against unexpected wireless charges as a result of lack of transparency and disclosure by wireless providers to consumers on fine print. (no bill) Lifeline Linkup - Coordinated AARP comments to FCC on potential impact of proposed reforms to the Lifeline Linkup program (federal subsidies that assist in helping people stay connected by telephone and targeted to eligible low income households). (no bill) Universal Service Fund Reform - Met with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Commissioners and staff to advocate for increased consumer protections in pending order regarding reform of the Universal Service Fund and other issues. (no bill) Universal Service Fund Reform - Meetings and ex parte correspondence to FCC Commissioners regarding the updating of consumer protections for 50+ population in the reform of the goals and subsidies of the Universal Service Fund (USF).

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill) Lobbied supplemental poverty measure with House and Senate staff. (no bill)

Provided information on the need for nursing education capacity and the retention of newer and older nurses in the workplace (no bill). Pub.Law 111-148 & 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care law that would reform the health care system to provide affordable quality health care, reduce drug costs and expand access to long-term services and supports. Discussed transitional care demonstration program. Discussed how to implement Medicaid provisions of Affordable Care Act. (PL. 111-148) Lobbied in support of draft legislation that would grant individuals whose COBRA has expired the same Medicare Part B enrollment rights as those who have group coverage. (no bill) S. 374, Medicare Mental Health Inpatient Equity Act - Lobbied in support of this legislation to eliminate the 190-day lifetime limit on Medicare coverage for in-patient psychiatric hospital services. Consolidated Appropriations Act, FY 2012, H.R. 2055, H.R. 3671, H.R. 2017, Consolidated and Further Appropriations Continuing Appropriations Act, H.R. 2112, Continuing Resolution, FY 2012, H.R. 2608 and H.J. Res. 79, 94 and 95 - Lobbied for funding for agencies and programs within jurisdiction of the Labor-HHS Appropriations bill (H.R. 3055/S. 1599), including Social Security Administration operations, Older Americans Act nutrition, health care delivery reform, CLASS, LIHEAP, Older Americans Act caregiver programs, high risk pool subsidies to states and Medicaid. Discussed improving access to care for underserved population. (no bill) Discussed importance of maintaining low income subsididies and supports in Medicare. (no bill) Discussed the importance of coordinating services for those who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid in order to ensure that beneficiaries receive all needed benefits but there is no duplication. (no bill) Discussed whether, and under what circumstances, managed care could effectively be used to provide benefits to dual eligible beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed implementation of Anti-Fraud Measures of Affordable Care Act (PL. 111-148), including coordination between HHS, DOJ and state Attorneys General. Discussed additional methods for fighting fraud and waste in Health Care. (no bill) Discussed Medigap and need for guaranteed issue for all populations and need to increase medical loss ratio. Discussed medicare physician payment issues. (no bill) Discussed durable medical equipment bidding. (no bill) H.R. 1654, Medicare Enrollment Protection Act - Lobbied for legislation to provide Medicare beneficiaries with additional opportunities to enroll in Medicare Part B. H.R. 978, To amend Title II of the Social Security Act - Lobbied against the use of the Social Security account number on Government-issued identification cards issued in connection with Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP benefits and for other purposes. H.R. 1683, State Flexibility Act - Lobbied against H.R. 1683, a bill that would eliminate the Medicaid Maintenance of Effort (MOE) requirement included as a part of the Affordable Care Act. S. 1206/H.R. 2190, The Medicare Drug Savings Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation to require prescription drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. S. 1251, Medicare and Medicaid Fighting Fraud and Abuse to Save Taxpayers' Dollars Act - Discussed support to curb waste and fraud from the Medicare and Medicaid programs. S. 1275, The Medicare and Medicaid FAST Act - Lobbied on legislation to prevent fraud and abuse within the federal health programs. S. 1206/H.R. 2190, The Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed legislation that would establish Medicaid drug rebates for the duals. Medicare physician reimbursement issues. (no bill) S. 365, Budget Control Act - Lobbied Congress against cuts to Medicare and Medicaid in the Super Committee debate and where savings could be found without harming beneficiaries. Discussed Medicare Graduate Nursing Education pilot design. (no bill) Discussed Medicare Physician Payment Reform. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Affordability. (no bill) Discussed Prescription Drug Shortages. (no bill) H.R. 3342, Affordable Medicines Utilization Act of 2011 - Lobbied to encourage state Medicaid programs to use safe, effective generic medications. H.R. 2576 - Discussion to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the calculation of modified adjusted gross income for purposes of determining eligibility for certain healthcare-related programs. Discussed opposition to caps on dual eligibles; discussed managed care and dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed Senior Navigation and Planning Act. (no bill) Discussed no entitlement cuts press event. (no bill) Discussed focus groups on dual eligibles. (no bill) Discussed with CMS demonstration programs for dual eligibles and process related to the demonstrations, as well as other work of the Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office, invited staff to speak at meetings on Medicaid home and community-based services (HCBS), Medicaid managed long-term services and supports, and state oversight of Medicaid managed care, discussed opposition to Florida medicaid waivers (including letter), inquired on status of a Medicaid waiver and questions regarding implementation of some Medicaid HCBS provisions, discussed workforce issues in relation to Innovation Center work, inquired re: status of 1115 waiver transparency regulations, shared information on family caregiver makeover events (education), discussed home and community setting issue in Medicaid, discussed focus groups on dual eligibles; comment letter on Medicaid Program Eligibility Changes under the Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148). Discussed Medicaid managed care and long-term services and supports broadly, discussed CLASS Program. Discussed Fair Labor Standards Act and companionship exemption. Discussed Hospital & Critical Access Hospitals Conditions of Participation proposed regulations; requested that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians assistants be allowed the full scope of services in hospital admitting and visiting privileges. (no bill) Discussed Hospital Outpatient Therapeutic Services Final Rule underscoring that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians should be allowed to supervise such outpatient service clinics without physician oversight as long as in line with state scope of practice laws. (no bill) Discussed inviting FTC to participate in a webinar on how they are and can be engaged on state scope of practice issues. Also sent follow-up items for their review. (no bill)

Discussion of draft legislation to reauthorize SAFTEA-LU. AARP interests include increasing funding for public transit and special needs para-transit services, promotion of older driver and pedestrian safety, expanding adoption of planning and design features to better accommodate all roadway users and strengthening connections between transportation and land use planning. (no bill) H.R. 1780/S.1056, Safe and Complete Streets Act - Discussion of draft legislation to require States and Metropolitan Planning Organizations to adopt complete streets policies to ensure that federally-funded improvements to roadways incorporate design changes that permit potential users of all ages and abilities to travel safely and conveniently. H. R. 1776, Older Driver and Pedestrian Safety and Roadway Enhancement Act - Discussion of draft legislation to create a federal funding program for States to implement federal safety design recommendations at roads and intersections with a high incidence of traffice accidents and fatalities involving older drivers and pedestrians. S. 1942, Specialized Transportation for Older Adults legislation - Discussion of legislation to provide operating subsidy funding for the Department of Transportation Sec.5310 special needs transportation program for seniors and persons with disabilities, increase participation in the planning process, improve data collection, establish a mobility management program for older adults and authorize appropriations for the National Center on Senior Transportation. Consolidated Appropriations Act, FY 2012, H.R. 2055, H.R. 3671, H.R. 2017, Consolidated and Further Appropriations Continuing Appropriations Act, H.R. 2112, Continuing Resolution, FY 2012, H.R. 2608 and H.J. Res. 79, 94 and 95 - Lobbied for agencies and programs within the jurisdiction of the Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill (S. 1596), including rental assistance (tenant and project-based), Section 202 and Elderly Transit formula grants. H.R. 3536, Safe Roads for America Act - Discussion of legislation to set later deadline for implementation of minimum maintained standards for the retro-reflectivity of traffic signs.

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill) Consolidated Appropriations Act, FY 2012, H.R. 2055, H.R. 3671, H.R. 2017, Consolidated and Further Appropriations Continuing Appropriations Act, H.R. 2112, Continuing Resolution, FY 2012, H.R. 2608 and H.J. Res. 79, 94 and 95 - Lobbied for funding for agencies and programs within jurisdiction of the Labor-HHS Appropriations bill (H.R. 3055/S. 1599), including Social Security Administration operations. Discussion on Automatic IRA proposal to provide automatic individual retirement accounts, funded via payroll deduction, to individuals who work for an employer of a particular size and tenure that do not currently offer a retirement savings vehicle to their employees. (no bill) Discussed Social Security COLA relief. (no bill) H. R. 677/S. 267, Lifetime Income Disclosure Act - Submitted letter of support to the original co-sponsors of the House and Senate versions of the Lifetime Income Disclosure Act. This legislation would provide individulas with a better understanding of the lifemtime value of their 401 (k) plan assets by including in a yearly benefit statement a conversion of their total accrued benefits into a monthly dollar amount as if they had opted to receive a lifetime annuity. H.J. Res.1/S.J. Res.4 - Discussed AARP's concerns about efforts to cutting Social Security benefits as a way of addressing the nation's current budget deficits, including the impact on Social Security of capping spending at a certain level or via balanced budget amendments. S. 1557, the Automatic IRA Act of 2011 - Lobbied on legislation to create automatic individual retirement accounts, funded via payroll deduction, to individuals who work for an employer of a particular size and tenure that do not currently offer a retirement savings vehicle to their employees. Lobbied Congress on excluding cuts to Social Security from the deficit reduction package being developed by the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. (no bill) Discussed S. 1558, the Keeping Our Social Security Promises Act, legislation to apply payroll taxes to remuneration and earnings from self-employment up to the contribution and benefit base and to remuneration in excess of $250,000. Provided an informational briefing on Social Security. S. 1876, Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers Act - Supported legislation to change the index used to calculate annual Social Security COLA's from the CPI-W to the CPI-E. H. R. 539, Preserving Our Promise to Seniors Act - Discussed legislation to make changes pertaining to Social Security, including the use of a new CPI-E index for COLA's, and to provide $250 relief payments to beneficiaries. H. R. 3630/Senate Substitute, Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation containing an extension or expansion of the current temporary payroll tax holiday. S. 1917/1944, Middle Class Tax Cut Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation containing an extension or expansion of the current temporary payroll tax holiday. S. 1931, Temporary Tax Holiday and Government Reduction Act - Discussed legislation containing an extension or expansion of the current temporary payroll holiday.

Worked with Coalition to Influence Select Joint Budget Committee priorities. (no bill) Discussed debt ceiling and possible impact on Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security. (no bill) S. 163, Full Faith and Credit Act - Discussed AARP position on legislation and second degree amendment to the legislation. S.245, CAP Act of 2011 - Discussed our concerns and opposition to the legislation. H.J. Res. 1/S.J. Res. 4 - Proposing a balanced budget to the Constitution - Discussed legislation. Consolidated Appropriations Act, FY 2012, H.R. 2055, H.R. 3671, H.R. 2017, Consolidated and Further Appropriations Continuing Appropriations Act, H.R. 2112, Continuing Resolution, FY 2012, H.R. 2608 and H.J. Res. 79, 94, and 95 - Lobbied for funding for agencies and programs within the jurisdiction of the Labor-HHS Appropriations bill (H.R. 3055/S. 1599), Financial Services and General Government Appropriations (H.R. 2434/S. 1573), Agriculture Appropriations (H.R. 2112, S. 1573), Transportation-HUD (S.1596), Commerce-Justice-Science (H.R. 2596, S. 1572). H.R. 2434/S. 1573 - Financial Services & General Appropriations bill for FY 2012 - Lobbied against language included in Subcommittee mark restricting funding of Consumer Finance Protection Bureau to $200 million and making new entity subject to appropriations. Sent letter to House Appropriations Committee leadership in opposition to cap and other changes to Dodd-Frank. S. 1599, Labor-Health & Human Services, Education and Related Agencies Appropriations bill for FY 2012 - Lobbied for funding for SSA Administration, Older Americans Act nutrition, health care delivery reform, CLASS, LIHEAP, Older Americans Act caregiver programs and Medicaid. H.Con. Res.34, H.R. 2560/S. 627/H.R. 2693/S. 365, Establishing the budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2012 and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2013 through 2021 - Lobbied against House Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for Fiscal Year 2012. S.Con. Res. 18, President's FY 2012 Budget Resolution - A concurrent resolution setting forth the President's budget request for the Unites States Government for fiscal year 2012, and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2013 through 2021. Lobbied against the budget proposal that would result in cuts to Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security. S.Con.Res. 21, A concurrent resolution setting forth the Congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2012 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2013 through 2021. Lobbied against the budget proposal that would result in cuts to Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security. S. Con.Res. 20, A concurrent resolution setting forth the Congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2012 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2013 through 2016. Lobbied against budget proposal that would result in cuts to Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security. PL. 111-148, Discussed continued funding for Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act provisions. S. 365, Budget Control Act - Lobbied Congress against cuts to Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid in the Super Committee debate and where savings could be found without harming beneficiaries.

Discussed FCC's interest in consumer protections against unexpected wireless charges as a result of lack of transparency and disclosure by wireless providers to consumers on fine print. (no bill) Lifeline Linkup - Coordinated AARP comments to FCC on potential impact of proposed reforms to the Lifeline Linkup program (federal subsidies that assist in helping people stay connected by telephone and targeted to eligible low income households). (no bill) Bill Shock - Submitted comments to the Federal Communications Commission on the impact of "Bill Shock" (unexpected and unsolicited charges associated with wireless phone bills). (no bill) Universal Service Fund Reform - Met with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Commissioners and staff to advocate for increased consumer protections in pending order regarding reform of the Universal Service Fund. (no bill) Held discussions on House legislation and contact with members of the House of Representatives and Energy and Commerce Committee staff regarding AARP concern for H.R. 3035, Mobile Informational Call Act of 2011, legislation to allow robo-calling to cell phones from all interests and rewrite the prior express consent provisions. Universal Service Fund Reform - Meetings and ex parte correspondence to FCC Commissioners regarding the updating of consumer protections for 50+ population in the reform of the goals and subsidies of the Universal Service Fund (USF).

Provided information on the need for nursing education capacity and the retention of newer and older nurses in the workplace. (no bill) Discussed barriers to care that can result from language differences between providers and patients and/or lack of translation services. (no bill) Consolidated Appropriations Act, FY 2012, H.R. 2055, H.R. 3671, H.R. 2017, Consolidated and Further Appropriations Continuing Appropriations Act, H.R. 2112, Continuing Resolution, FY 2012, H.R. 2608 and H.J. Res. 79, 94 and 95 - Lobbied for funding for agencies and programs within jurisdiction of the Labor-HHS Appropriations bill (H.R. 3055/S. 1599), including Social Security Administration operations, Older Americans Act nutrition, health care delivery reform, CLASS, LIHEAP, Older Americans Act caregiver programs, high risk pool subsidies to states and Medicaid. Pub. Law 111-148 & 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health disparities data collection provisions of the Affordable Care Act. Pub. Law 111-148 & 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care legislation that would reform the health care system to provide affordable quality health care and expand access to long term care services. Lobbied in support of comparative effectiveness research. (no bill) Discussed need to increase health information technology quality measurements and access to qualified systems. (no bill) S. 1019, Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act - Discussed Hearing Aid Assistance Tax Credit Act which would provide a $500 credit to people of all ages. H.R. 217, To repeal the Prevention and Public Health Fund - Lobbied against the repeal of the Prevention and Public Health Trust Fund. This fund is an important component in state and community efforts to prevent illness and promote health. Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed Accountable Care Organization and Medical Shared savings. (no bill) Discussed Rate Review. (no bill) Discussed Internal Appeals and External Review Process. (no bill) Discussed Medicare reimbursement issues. Lobbied in support of Medicare physician payment reform. Discussed legislation to make prescription drugs more affordable to older Americans. S. 159/H.R. 63, The Confidence in Long-Term Care Insurance Act - Discussed the Long-Term Insurance Act which improves the consumer protections of LTC insurance policies and make more and better information available to consumers to help them make informed decisions about such policies. S. 1416/H.R. 2645, Medigap Medical Loss Ratio Improvement Act - Lobbied for bill introduction and helped with crafting. Discussed Internal Claims, Appeals and external Review Process. (no bill) Discussed HIPAA Privacy Rule Accounting under HITECH Act. (no bill) Discussed coverage for screening depression and screening and counseling for alcohol misuse. (no bill) Discussed consumer operated and oriented plan programs. (no bill) Discussed standards related to risk adjustment, reinsurance, and risk mitigation as they relate to exchanges. (no bill) H.R.2077, MLR Repeal Act of 2011 - Expressed opposition to the elimination of provision in the Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148)Discussed opposition to draft legislation regarding the elimination of grandfathered status. (no bill) Discussed association health plans with DOL, HHS and DOT. (no bill) Discussed quality and care coordination with HHS. (no bill) Discussed Essential Health Benefits with HHS. (no bill) Discussed employer affordability safe harbor. (no bill) Discussed health insurance exchanges - eligibility, enrollment, premium tax credits. (no bill) Discussed Basic Health Plans. (no bill) Discussed Medigap reform. (no bill) Discussed Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program. (no bill) Discussed role of grandfathered plans. (no bill) Discussed implementation of the CLASS Porgram. (no bill) Discussed opposition to repeal of the CLASS Program (no bill, but also as S. 720, the Repeal the CLASS Entitlement Act/ this was also filed as multiple amendments). Discussed opposition to H.R. 1173, the Fiscal Responsibility and Retirement Security Act, to repeal the CLASS Program. Discussed reauthorization of the Older Americans Act and other amendments to the OAA. (no bill) S. 1750 -Discussed Home Care Consumer Bill of Rights Act. Discussed cost effectiveness of home and community-based services. (no bill) Discussed invitation to solutions forum on family caregiving and webinar on elder care and employment. (no bill) Discussed reports on family caregiving and Long-Term Services and Supports State Scorecard. (no bill) Discussed Hospital & Critical Access Hospitals Conditions of Participation proposed regulations; requested that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians assistants be allowed the full scope of services in hospital admitting and visiting privileges. (no bill) Discussed Hospital Outpatient Therapeutic Services Final Rule underscoring that advanced practice registered nurses and physicians should be allowed to supervise such outpatient service clinics without physician oversight as long as in line with state scope of practice laws. (no bill) Discussed Medicare GNE demonstration design problems. Discussed inviting FTC to participate in a webinar on how they are and can be engaged on state scope of practice issues. Also sent follow-up items for their review. (no bill) Discussed legislation to make long-term care insurance available under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements and to improve consumer protections. (no bill)

Discussion of draft legislation to reauthorize SAFTEA-LU. AARP interests include increasing funding for public transit and special needs para-transit services, promotion of older driver and pedestrian safety, expanding adoption of planning and design features to better accommodate all roadway users and strengthening connections between transportation and land use planning. (no bill) H.R. 1780/S.1056, Safe and Complete Streets Act - Discussion of draft legislation to require States and Metropolitan Planning Organizations to adopt complete streets policies to ensure that federally-funded improvements to roadways incorporate design changes that permit potential users of all ages and abilities to travel safely and conveniently. H. R. 1776, Older Driver and Pedestrian Safety and Roadway Enhancement Act - Discussion of draft legislation to create a federal funding program for States to implement federal safety design recommendations at roads and intersections with a high incidence of traffice accidents and fatalities involving older drivers and pedestrians. Specialized Transportation for Older Adults legislation - Discussion of proposed legislation to reauthorize, increase capital funding and provide operating subsidy funding for the Department of Transportation Sec.5310 special needs transportation program for seniors and persons with disabilities.(no bill) H.J. Res. 79, H.R. 2605, H.R. 2017, H.J.Res. 44, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies Appropriations bill for FY 2012 - Lobbied for funding for elderly and disabled and non-urbanized transit formula grants.

Provided information on the need for nursing education capacity and the retention of newer and older nurses in the workplace (no bill). Pub.Law 111-148 & 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care law that would reform the health care system to provide affordable quality health care, reduce drug costs and expand access to long-term services and supports. Discussed transitional care demonstration program. Discussed how to implement Medicaid provisions of Affordable Care Act. (PL. 111-148) Lobbied in support of draft legislation that would grant individuals whose COBRA has expired the same Medicare Part B enrollment rights as those who have group coverage. (no bill) S. 374, Medicare Mental Health Inpatient Equity Act - Lobbied in support of this legislation to eliminate the 190-day lifetime limit on Medicare coverage for in-patient psychiatric hospital services. S. 1599 (no House bill), H.J. Res. 79, H.R. 2068, H.R. 2017, H.J.Res. 44, Labor-Health & Human Services, Education and Related Agencies appropriations bill for FY 2012 - Lobbied for funding for LIHEAP. Lobbied for funding for Medicaid, SSA, Older Americans Act supportive service, nutrition and family caregiver programs, LIHEAP, CLASS, and helath care delivery reform and Affordable Care Act implementation. Discussed improving access to care for underserved population. (no bill) Discussed importance of maintaining low income subsididies and supports in Medicare. (no bill) Discussed the importance of coordinating services for those who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid in order to ensure that beneficiaries receive all needed benefits but there is no duplication. (no bill) Discussed whether, and under what circumstances, managed care could effectively be used to provide benefits to dual eligible beneficiaries. (no bill) Discussed implementation of Anti-Fraud Measures of Affordable Care Act (PL. 111-148), including coordination between HHS, DOJ and state Attorneys General. Discussed additional methods for fighting fraud and waste in Health Care. (no bill) Discussed Medigap and need for guaranteed issue for all populations and need to increase medical loss ratio. H.R. 978 - Lobbied in support of legislation to preclude the use of Social Security numbers on government issued identification cards. Discussed medicare physician payment issues. (no bill) Discussed durable medical equipment bidding. (no bill) H.R. 1654, Medicare Enrollment Protection Act - Lobbied for legislation to provide Medicare beneficiaries with additional opportunities to enroll in Medicare Part B. H.R. 978, To amend Title II of the Social Security Act - Lobbied against the use of the Social Security account number on Government-issued identification cards issued in connection with Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP benefits and for other purposes. H.R. 1683, State Flexibility Act - Lobbied against H.R. 1683, a bill that would eliminate the Medicaid Maintenance of Effort (MOE) requirement included as a part of the Affordable Care Act. S. 1206/H.R. 2190, The Medicare Drug Savings Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation to require prescription drug manufacturers to provide rebates for drugs provided to Medicare Part D low-income subsidy beneficiaries, including those who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid. S. 1251, Medicare and Medicaid Fighting Fraud and Abuse to Save Taxpayers' Dollars Act - Discussed support to curb waste and fraud from the Medicare and Medicaid programs. S. 1275, The Medicare and Medicaid FAST Act - Lobbied on legislation to prevent fraud and abuse within the federal health programs. S. 1206/H.R. 2190, The Medicare Drug Savings Act - Discussed legislation that would establish Medicaid drug rebates for the duals. Medicare physician reimbursement issues. (no bill) S. 365, Budget Control Act - Lobbied Congress against cuts to Medicare and Medicaid in the debt ceiling debate. Discussed Medicare Graduate Nursing Education pilot design. (no bill)

H.J. Res. 44, H.J. 48, H.R. 2112, H.J. Res. 79, H.R. 2608, H.R. 2017, Continuing Appropriations Amendments, FY 2011 - Lobbied for funding for FDA Office of Generic Drugs and nutrition assistance. Discussed legislative intent with respect to Biologic drugs and exclusivity period.(no bill) Discussed importance of potential savings both to consumers and to the federal government of granting Secretarial Negotiating Authority to Secretary of HHS on Medicare Part D. (no bill) Discussed need for greater consumer safety protections both in OTC and prescription drugs. (no bill) Discussed need to end industry tactics like Pay for Delay which inappropriately extends patents with effect of keeping prices high for consumers and government. (no bill) Discussed need for doctors to get unbiased information on prescription pharmaceuticals through programs like academic detailing. (no bill) Discussed possible savings and better health care outcomes that could result from Medication Therapy Management. (no bill) Pub. Law 111-148 and 111-152 - Discussed implementation of health care legislation to reform the health care system to provide quality healthcare, expand access to long-term services and supports, and reduced prescription drug costs. Discussed greater affordability of generic versions of both generic and biologic drugs. S. 319, Pharmaceutical Market Access and Drug Safety Act of 2011 - Discussed legislation that establishes a framework for the safe, legal importation of lower-priced prescription drugs from abroad. S. 1206, Medicare Drug Savings Act of 2011 - Discussed rebates in Medicare Part D as a cost savings measure in Medicare that does not harm beneficiaries.

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill)

Discussed demographics and priorities for AARP members and the 50+ population in general. (no bill) Discussed concerns about cutting Social Security benefits as a way of addressing the nation's current budget deficits. (no bill) H.J. Res. 44, H. J. Res. 79, H.R. 2068, H. R. 2017, Labor-Health & Human Services, Education and Related Agencies Appropriations for FY 2012 - Lobbied for funding for LIHEAP. Sent letters to House and Senate LHHS Subcommittees on funding for Medicaid SSA, Older Americans Act supportive services, nutrition and family caregiver programs, LIHEAP, CLASS, and healthcare delivery reform and Affordable Care Act implementation. Discussed automatic individual retirement accounts, funded via payroll deduction, to individuals who work for an employer of a particular size and tenure who does not currently offer a retirement vehicle to their employees. (no bill) Discussion on Automatic IRA proposal to provide automatic individual retirement accounts, funded via payroll deduction, to individuals who work for an employer of a particular size and tenure that do not currently offer a retirement savings vehicle to their employees. (no bill) Discussed Social Security COLA relief. (no bill) H. R. 677/S. 267, Lifetime Income Disclosure Act - Submitted letter of support to the original co-sponsors of the House and Senate versions of the Lifetime Income Disclosure Act. This legislation would provide individulas with a better understanding of the lifemtime value of their 401 (k) plan assets by including in a yearly benefit statement a conversion of their total accrued benefits into a monthly dollar amount as if they had opted to receive a lifetime annuity. H.J. Res.1/S.J. Res.4 - Discussed AARP's concerns about efforts to cutting Social Security benefits as a way of addressing the nation's current budget deficits, including the impact on Social Security of capping spending at a certain level or via balanced budget amendments. Submitted written testimony to the Senate Finance Committee for July 26 hearing on the inclusion of Medicare and Medicaid and Social Security in deficit reduction conversations. (no bill) S. 1557, the Automatic IRA Act of 2011 - Lobbied on legislation to create automatic individual retirement accounts, funded via payroll deduction, to individuals who work for an employer of a particular size and tenure that do not currently offer a retirement savings vehicle to their employees. Lobbied Congress on excluding cuts to Social Security from the deficit reduction package being developed by the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. (no bill) Submitted a written statement to the Department of Labor's ERISA Advisory Council's Working Group's hearing on Hedge Funds and Private Equity Investments on August 31, 2011. (no bill) Submitted written testimony to the House Ways and Means Social Security Subcommittee for their July 8, 2011, hearing on Social Security's Finances. (no bill) Discussed S. 1558, the Keeping Our Social Security Promises Act, legislation to apply payroll taxes to remuneration and earnings from self-employment up to the contribution and benefit base and to remuneration in excess of $250,000. Provided an informational briefing on Social Security.

Worked with Coalition to Influence Select Joint Budget Committee priorities. (no bill) Discussed debt ceiling and possible impact on Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security. (no bill) S. 163, Full Faith and Credit Act - Discussed AARP position on legislation and second degree amendment to the legislation. S.245, CAP Act of 2011 - Discussed our concerns and opposition to the legislation. H.J. Res. 1/S.J. Res. 4 - Proposing a balanced budget to the Constitution - Discussed legislation. H. R. 2112, Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA and Related Agencies Appropriations bill for FY 2012 - Lobbied for funding for Supplemental Food Assistance Program (SNAP) and Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). Sent letter in support of Richardson floor amendment to H.R. 2112 (H. Amdt. 434) to increase CSFP funding. H.R. 2434/S. 1573 - Financial Services & General Appropriations bill for FY 2012 - Lobbied against language included in Subcommittee mark restricting funding of Consumer Finance Protection Bureau to $200 million and making new entity subject to appropriations. Sent letter to House Appropriations Committee leadership in opposition to cap and other changes to Dodd-Frank. S. 1599, Labor-Health & Human Services, Education and Related Agencies Appropriations bill for FY 2012 - Lobbied for funding for SSA Administration, Older Americans Act nutrition, health care delivery reform, CLASS, LIHEAP, Older Americans Act caregiver programs and Medicaid. H.Con. Res.34, H.R. 2560/S. 627/H.R. 2693/S. 365, Establishing the budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2012 and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2013 through 2021 - Lobbied against House Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for Fiscal Year 2012. S.Con. Res. 18, President's FY 2012 Budget Resolution - A concurrent resolution setting forth the President's budget request for the Unites States Government for fiscal year 2012, and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2013 through 2021. Lobbied against the budget proposal that would result in cuts to Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security. S.Con.Res. 21, A concurrent resolution setting forth the Congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2012 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2013 through 2021. Lobbied against the budget proposal that would result in cuts to Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security. S. Con.Res. 20, A concurrent resolution setting forth the Congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2012 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2013 through 2016. Lobbied against budget proposal that would result in cuts to Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security. PL. 111-148, Discussed continued funding for Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act provisions. S. 365, Budget Control Act - Lobbied Congress against cuts to Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid in the debt ceiling debate.