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Senior Act: Screening for Loneliness and Coordinating Health Services for Older Adults.

This law expands existing senior programs to mandate active screening and intervention for loneliness, recognizing it as a serious health issue. Federal assistance programs must now coordinate supportive services and health care to mitigate the negative health effects of isolation. Furthermore, the government will prepare a comprehensive report analyzing current efforts and the role of strong family connections in combating loneliness.
Key points
Senior programs (Older Americans Act) must now actively screen older individuals for loneliness, in addition to social isolation.
Mandates the coordination of supportive services and health care specifically to address the negative health effects associated with loneliness.
Requires a detailed government report on the prevalence of loneliness, its health impact, and the importance of strong multigenerational family connections.
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Print number: 118_S_4374
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2024-05-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SENIOR Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4374.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-05-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Senior programs (Older Americans Act) must now actively screen older individuals for loneliness, in addition to social isolation.
  • Mandates the coordination of supportive services and health care specifically to address the negative health effects associated with loneliness.
  • Requires a detailed government report on the prevalence of loneliness, its health impact, and the importance of strong multigenerational family connections.
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. Rubio, Marco [R-FL].

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 2025-12-26.

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