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Elder Justice: Reauthorizing Funding for Abuse Prevention and Caregiver Support

This act boosts funding for programs preventing, investigating, and prosecuting elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. It introduces new grants for nursing home worker training, legal services support, and initiatives to combat social isolation among seniors. The goal is to enhance the quality of care and safety for older adults.
Key points
Increased funding for training and support for nursing home workers, including wage subsidies, student loan repayment, childcare assistance, and transportation aid.
Enhanced funding for Adult Protective Services and long-term care ombudsman programs.
New grant programs to support collaborations between healthcare and legal services (medical-legal partnerships) to address legal issues impacting seniors' health.
Funding for initiatives to combat social isolation and loneliness among older adults and people with disabilities, including outreach and intervention programs.
Greater transparency through regular reports on program effectiveness and fund utilization, allowing for assessment of impact on seniors' lives.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2674
Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Process start date: 2021-08-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Elder Justice Reauthorization and Modernization Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2674.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-08-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased funding for training and support for nursing home workers, including wage subsidies, student loan repayment, childcare assistance, and transportation aid.
  • Enhanced funding for Adult Protective Services and long-term care ombudsman programs.
  • New grant programs to support collaborations between healthcare and legal services (medical-legal partnerships) to address legal issues impacting seniors' health.
  • Funding for initiatives to combat social isolation and loneliness among older adults and people with disabilities, including outreach and intervention programs.
  • Greater transparency through regular reports on program effectiveness and fund utilization, allowing for assessment of impact on seniors' lives.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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