Upcoming Meetings & Hearings
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Past Meetings & Hearings
Hearing on Protecting Older Pennsylvanians: Ensuring Quality and Oversight in Aging Services
Joint public hearing on protecting senior citizens, with a focus on House Bill No. 2064 and possible revisions to the Older Adult Protective Services Act
Meeting to consider SB 1303 and HB 2378
News
Ward Holds Aging and Youth Committee Hearing on Challenges Facing Children and Youth Services Agencies
Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) and the Senate Aging and Youth Committee held a hearing to receive testimony regarding the challenges and opportunities facing Pennsylvania’s network of children and youth services agencies. [Read More]
Collett, Ward Announce 10-Year Plan to Support PA Seniors, Opportunity for Public Comment
Pennsylvania Senators Maria Collett (D-12) and Judy Ward (R-30), Chairs of the Senate Aging & Youth Committee and Registered Nurses, announced the publication of Aging Our Way, PA: A Plan for Lifelong Independence, a 10-year roadmap to better meet the needs of older Pennsylvanians. The draft strategic plan is open for public comment from February 20 – March 20, 2024. [Read More]
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Members
The panel is responsible for reviewing legislation that affects the programs and services dedicated to senior citizens and younger Pennsylvanians. The committee also maintains oversight of the state Department of Aging.