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 | (56 - 42) |
| April 10, 2012 | Washington | SB 6378 | Amends State Employee Pension System | Bill Passed - Senate (27 - 22) |
| 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 | (56 - 42) |
| 4/10 | SB 6378 | Amends State Employee Pension System | Bill Passed - Senate (27 - 22) |
Public Statements
| Date | Title | Politician |
|---|---|---|
| Aug. 18, 2023 | Murray, Baldwin, Underwood Lead Bill to Protect Women's Retirement Security | Sen. Patty Murray |
| Aug. 18, 2023 | AARP Endorses Cantwell-Grassley PBM Transparency Act | Sen. Maria Cantwell |
| Oct. 22, 2022 | Tweet - "With the Inflation Reduction Act, we're finally empowering Medicare to bring big pharma to the negotiating table to lower prescription drug costs for Washington state seniors." | Sen. Patty Murray |
| Sept. 27, 2022 | Leader Rodgers: $5.20 Doesn't Mean Much in Biden's Inflation Crisis | Rep. Cathy Rodgers |
| Aug. 24, 2022 | Tweet - "I've heard from people in WA state who've had to ration their insulin because they can't afford it. The Inflation Reduction Act will cap seniors' insulin costs at $35 a month. But we have to do more for EVERYONE. This isn't just about saving money--it's about saving lives." | Sen. Patty Murray |
| Date | Title | Politician |
|---|---|---|
| Aug. 18, 2023 | Murray, Baldwin, Underwood Lead Bill to Protect Women's Retirement Security | Sen. Patty Murray |
| Aug. 18, 2023 | AARP Endorses Cantwell-Grassley PBM Transparency Act | Sen. Maria Cantwell |
| Oct. 22, 2022 | Tweet - "With the Inflation Reduction Act, we're finally empowering Medicare to bring big pharma to the negotiating table to lower prescription drug costs for Washington state seniors." | Sen. Patty Murray |
| Sept. 27, 2022 | Leader Rodgers: $5.20 Doesn't Mean Much in Biden's Inflation Crisis | Rep. Cathy Rodgers |
| Aug. 24, 2022 | Tweet - "I've heard from people in WA state who've had to ration their insulin because they can't afford it. The Inflation Reduction Act will cap seniors' insulin costs at $35 a month. But we have to do more for EVERYONE. This isn't just about saving money--it's about saving lives." | Sen. Patty Murray |
Interest Group Ratings
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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 |