Senior Citizens Issue Summary
Key Votes
| Date | State | Bill No. | Title | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan. 12, 2022 | Washington | HB 1141 | Increases Access to the Death with Dignity Act | Bill Passed - House (58 - 37) |
| March 4, 2020 | Washington | SB 6205 | Prohibits Harassment, Abuse, and Discrimination Towards Long-Term Care Workers | Bill Passed - House (74 - 23) |
| April 10, 2012 | Washington | SB 6378 | Amends State Employee Pension System | Bill Passed - Senate (27 - 22) |
| April 10, 2012 | Washington | SB 6378 | Amends State Employee Pension System | (56 - 42) |
| Date | No. | Title | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/12 | HB 1141 | Increases Access to the Death with Dignity Act | Bill Passed - House (58 - 37) |
| 3/04 | SB 6205 | Prohibits Harassment, Abuse, and Discrimination Towards Long-Term Care Workers | Bill Passed - House (74 - 23) |
| 4/10 | SB 6378 | Amends State Employee Pension System | Bill Passed - Senate (27 - 22) |
| 4/10 | SB 6378 | Amends State Employee Pension System | (56 - 42) |
Public Statements
| Date | Title | Politician |
|---|---|---|
| June 24, 2022 | Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States, and Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Stop Medicare Advantage Organizations from Improperly Denying Care for Seniors | Rep. Pramila Jayapal |
| May 12, 2022 | Prior Auth Reform Legislation Reaches Critical Milestone Setting the Stage for Floor Action | Rep. Suzan DelBene |
| April 28, 2022 | Following Scathing HHS Report, Prior Auth Leaders Demand Bipartisan Reforms | Rep. Suzan DelBene |
| Feb. 23, 2022 | Tweet - "Everyone deserves to live with respect, dignity, and independence. For so many people with disabilities and older adults, that isn't the case. We must act to change that AND get caregivers the support they need. #CareCantWait" | Sen. Patty Murray |
| Jan. 21, 2022 | Letter to the Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the Department of Health & Human Services - Ruiz Calls on Medicare to Cover At-Home COVID-19 Tests for Seniors | Rep. Rick Larsen |
| Date | Title | Politician |
|---|---|---|
| June 24, 2022 | Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States, and Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Stop Medicare Advantage Organizations from Improperly Denying Care for Seniors | Rep. Pramila Jayapal |
| May 12, 2022 | Prior Auth Reform Legislation Reaches Critical Milestone Setting the Stage for Floor Action | Rep. Suzan DelBene |
| April 28, 2022 | Following Scathing HHS Report, Prior Auth Leaders Demand Bipartisan Reforms | Rep. Suzan DelBene |
| Feb. 23, 2022 | Tweet - "Everyone deserves to live with respect, dignity, and independence. For so many people with disabilities and older adults, that isn't the case. We must act to change that AND get caregivers the support they need. #CareCantWait" | Sen. Patty Murray |
| Jan. 21, 2022 | Letter to the Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the Department of Health & Human Services - Ruiz Calls on Medicare to Cover At-Home COVID-19 Tests for Seniors | Rep. Rick Larsen |
Interest Group Ratings
| Year(s) | Special Interest Group |
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Ballot Measures
| Election Date | State | Title | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov. 8, 2016 | Washington | Initiative Measure 1501: Seniors and Vulnerable Individuals' Safety and Financial Crimes Prevention Act | Passed |
| Nov. 8, 2011 | Washington | Initiative Measure 1163: Concerning Long-Term Care Workers and Services for Elderly and Disabled People | Passed |
| Nov. 4, 2008 | Washington | Initiative 1029: Initiative Measure No. 1029 concerns long-term care services for the elderly and persons with disabilities. | Passed |