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Elder Pride Protection: New Task Force to Combat LGBTQI+ Elder Abuse

This act establishes a special task force to study and combat abuse against older individuals identifying as LGBTQI+. Its goal is to develop better ways to prevent and respond to such situations, enhancing the safety and protection of this group of citizens.
Key points
Creation of the ELDER Task Force to address the issue of abuse against LGBTQI+ elders.
The task force will develop best practices for law enforcement and educational materials to prevent and respond to abuse more effectively.
The act clearly defines elder abuse, including physical, sexual, emotional abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3811
Sponsor: Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]
Process start date: 2025-06-06