This measure would recognize the 50th anniversary of the Older Americans Act of 1965, affirm the Legislatures continuing support for the goals of the act, and memorialize the United States House of Representatives and United States Senate to reauthorize the act.

This measure would recognize the 50th anniversary of the Older Americans Act of 1965, affirm the Legislatures continuing support for the goals of the act, and memorialize the United States House of Representatives and United States Senate to reauthorize the act.

This measure would recognize the 50th anniversary of the Older Americans Act of 1965, affirm the Legislatures continuing support for the goals of the act, and memorialize the United States House of Representatives and United States Senate to reauthorize the act.

This measure would recognize the 50th anniversary of the Older Americans Act of 1965, affirm the Legislatures continuing support for the goals of the act, and memorialize the United States House of Representatives and United States Senate to reauthorize the act.

This measure would recognize the 50th anniversary of the Older Americans Act of 1965, affirm the Legislatures continuing support for the goals of the act, and memorialize the United States House of Representatives and United States Senate to reauthorize the act.

WHEREAS, 2015 marks the 50th anniversary of the enactment of the Older Americans Act of 1965; and

WHEREAS, During the past 50 years, the implementation of the Older Americans Act of 1965 has contributed to the economic well-being of millions of older Americans, and has improved the quality of life for those individuals; and

WHEREAS, One of the key elements contributing to the successful implementation of the Older Americans Act of 1965 has been the establishment of an aging network composed of local area agencies on aging, providers of congregate and home-delivered nutrition, and many other community service providers; and

WHEREAS, The federal Administration on Aging in the United States Department of Health and Human Services was created by the Older Americans Act of 1965, and has been empowered to act as an effective advocate for the concerns and needs of older individuals; and

WHEREAS, The Older Americans Act of 1965 serves as a model for the development of community-based services, including services that provide alternatives to the institutionalization of older individuals; and

WHEREAS, Some of the programs authorized under the Older Americans Act of 1965 were created to address the specific concerns of those older Americans with the greatest social and economic needs, especially minority older Americans; and

WHEREAS, Many services under the Older Americans Act of 1965, including long-term care ombudsman and legal services providers, have acted as powerful advocates for older individuals; and

WHEREAS, The Older Americans Act of 1965 has brought together thousands of dedicated professionals and volunteers and has provided inspiration to those individuals; and

WHEREAS, Services authorized under the Older Americans Act of 1965 have provided important part-time community service employment opportunities for low-income older individuals; and

WHEREAS, Many older individuals, and those who serve them, have benefited greatly from the research, training, and education that programs established under the Older Americans Act of 1965 have provided; and

WHEREAS, Some of the programs under the Older Americans Act of 1965 were designed to address the special needs of older Native Americans; and

WHEREAS, In recognition of the changing needs of a rapidly aging society, the Older Americans Act of 1965 has been periodically amended; and

WHEREAS, The Older Americans Act of 1965 served as the foundation for an effective human services policy for millions of Americans as the United States entered the 21st century; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California and the Senate of the State of California, jointly, That the Legislature recognizes the 50th anniversary of the enactment of the Older Americans Act of 1965, and the successful implementation of that act; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature applauds the many and varied contributions at all levels of the aging network fostered by the Older Americans Act of 1965; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature affirms support for the Older Americans Act of 1965, and the primary goals of that act of providing services to maintain the dignity of older Californians, and promoting the independence of those individuals; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature memorializes the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate to reauthorize the Older Americans Act of 1965 forthwith, with adequate funding to reflect the growing populations of Americans who benefit from the acts programs and services; and be it further

Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the President and Vice President of the United States, to the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, to the Majority Leader of the United States Senate, and to each Senator and Representative from the State of California in the Congress of the United States.

WHEREAS, 2015 marks the 50th anniversary of the enactment of the Older Americans Act of 1965; and

WHEREAS, During the past 50 years, the implementation of the Older Americans Act of 1965 has contributed to the economic well-being of millions of older Americans, and has improved the quality of life for those individuals; and

WHEREAS, One of the key elements contributing to the successful implementation of the Older Americans Act of 1965 has been the establishment of an aging network composed of local area agencies on aging, providers of congregate and home-delivered nutrition, and many other community service providers; and

WHEREAS, The federal Administration on Aging in the United States Department of Health and Human Services was created by the Older Americans Act of 1965, and has been empowered to act as an effective advocate for the concerns and needs of older individuals; and

WHEREAS, The Older Americans Act of 1965 serves as a model for the development of community-based services, including services that provide alternatives to the institutionalization of older individuals; and

WHEREAS, Some of the programs authorized under the Older Americans Act of 1965 were created to address the specific concerns of those older Americans with the greatest social and economic needs, especially minority older Americans; and

WHEREAS, Many services under the Older Americans Act of 1965, including long-term care ombudsman and legal services providers, have acted as powerful advocates for older individuals; and

WHEREAS, The Older Americans Act of 1965 has brought together thousands of dedicated professionals and volunteers and has provided inspiration to those individuals; and

WHEREAS, Services authorized under the Older Americans Act of 1965 have provided important part-time community service employment opportunities for low-income older individuals; and

WHEREAS, Many older individuals, and those who serve them, have benefited greatly from the research, training, and education that programs established under the Older Americans Act of 1965 have provided; and

WHEREAS, Some of the programs under the Older Americans Act of 1965 were designed to address the special needs of older Native Americans; and

WHEREAS, In recognition of the changing needs of a rapidly aging society, the Older Americans Act of 1965 has been periodically amended; and

WHEREAS, The Older Americans Act of 1965 served as the foundation for an effective human services policy for millions of Americans as the United States entered the 21st century; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California and the Senate of the State of California, jointly, That the Legislature recognizes the 50th anniversary of the enactment of the Older Americans Act of 1965, and the successful implementation of that act; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature applauds the many and varied contributions at all levels of the aging network fostered by the Older Americans Act of 1965; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature affirms support for the Older Americans Act of 1965, and the primary goals of that act of providing services to maintain the dignity of older Californians, and promoting the independence of those individuals; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature memorializes the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate to reauthorize the Older Americans Act of 1965 forthwith, with adequate funding to reflect the growing populations of Americans who benefit from the acts programs and services; and be it further

Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the President and Vice President of the United States, to the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, to the Majority Leader of the United States Senate, and to each Senator and Representative from the State of California in the Congress of the United States.

WHEREAS, 2015 marks the 50th anniversary of the enactment of the Older Americans Act of 1965; and

WHEREAS, During the past 50 years, the implementation of the Older Americans Act of 1965 has contributed to the economic well-being of millions of older Americans, and has improved the quality of life for those individuals; and

WHEREAS, One of the key elements contributing to the successful implementation of the Older Americans Act of 1965 has been the establishment of an aging network composed of local area agencies on aging, providers of congregate and home-delivered nutrition, and many other community service providers; and

WHEREAS, The federal Administration on Aging in the United States Department of Health and Human Services was created by the Older Americans Act of 1965, and has been empowered to act as an effective advocate for the concerns and needs of older individuals; and

WHEREAS, The Older Americans Act of 1965 serves as a model for the development of community-based services, including services that provide alternatives to the institutionalization of older individuals; and

WHEREAS, Some of the programs authorized under the Older Americans Act of 1965 were created to address the specific concerns of those older Americans with the greatest social and economic needs, especially minority older Americans; and

WHEREAS, Many services under the Older Americans Act of 1965, including long-term care ombudsman and legal services providers, have acted as powerful advocates for older individuals; and

WHEREAS, The Older Americans Act of 1965 has brought together thousands of dedicated professionals and volunteers and has provided inspiration to those individuals; and

WHEREAS, Services authorized under the Older Americans Act of 1965 have provided important part-time community service employment opportunities for low-income older individuals; and

WHEREAS, Many older individuals, and those who serve them, have benefited greatly from the research, training, and education that programs established under the Older Americans Act of 1965 have provided; and

WHEREAS, Some of the programs under the Older Americans Act of 1965 were designed to address the special needs of older Native Americans; and

WHEREAS, In recognition of the changing needs of a rapidly aging society, the Older Americans Act of 1965 has been periodically amended; and

WHEREAS, The Older Americans Act of 1965 served as the foundation for an effective human services policy for millions of Americans as the United States entered the 21st century; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California and the Senate of the State of California, jointly, That the Legislature recognizes the 50th anniversary of the enactment of the Older Americans Act of 1965, and the successful implementation of that act; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature applauds the many and varied contributions at all levels of the aging network fostered by the Older Americans Act of 1965; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature affirms support for the Older Americans Act of 1965, and the primary goals of that act of providing services to maintain the dignity of older Californians, and promoting the independence of those individuals; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature memorializes the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate to reauthorize the Older Americans Act of 1965 forthwith, with adequate funding to reflect the growing populations of Americans who benefit from the acts programs and services; and be it further

Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the President and Vice President of the United States, to the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, to the Majority Leader of the United States Senate, and to each Senator and Representative from the State of California in the Congress of the United States.

WHEREAS, 2015 marks the 50th anniversary of the enactment of the Older Americans Act of 1965; and

WHEREAS, During the past 50 years, the implementation of the Older Americans Act of 1965 has contributed to the economic well-being of millions of older Americans, and has improved the quality of life for those individuals; and

WHEREAS, One of the key elements contributing to the successful implementation of the Older Americans Act of 1965 has been the establishment of an aging network composed of local area agencies on aging, providers of congregate and home-delivered nutrition, and many other community service providers; and

WHEREAS, The federal Administration on Aging in the United States Department of Health and Human Services was created by the Older Americans Act of 1965, and has been empowered to act as an effective advocate for the concerns and needs of older individuals; and

WHEREAS, The Older Americans Act of 1965 serves as a model for the development of community-based services, including services that provide alternatives to the institutionalization of older individuals; and

WHEREAS, Some of the programs authorized under the Older Americans Act of 1965 were created to address the specific concerns of those older Americans with the greatest social and economic needs, especially minority older Americans; and

WHEREAS, Many services under the Older Americans Act of 1965, including long-term care ombudsman and legal services providers, have acted as powerful advocates for older individuals; and

WHEREAS, The Older Americans Act of 1965 has brought together thousands of dedicated professionals and volunteers and has provided inspiration to those individuals; and

WHEREAS, Services authorized under the Older Americans Act of 1965 have provided important part-time community service employment opportunities for low-income older individuals; and

WHEREAS, Many older individuals, and those who serve them, have benefited greatly from the research, training, and education that programs established under the Older Americans Act of 1965 have provided; and

WHEREAS, Some of the programs under the Older Americans Act of 1965 were designed to address the special needs of older Native Americans; and

WHEREAS, In recognition of the changing needs of a rapidly aging society, the Older Americans Act of 1965 has been periodically amended; and

WHEREAS, The Older Americans Act of 1965 served as the foundation for an effective human services policy for millions of Americans as the United States entered the 21st century; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California and the Senate of the State of California, jointly, That the Legislature recognizes the 50th anniversary of the enactment of the Older Americans Act of 1965, and the successful implementation of that act; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature applauds the many and varied contributions at all levels of the aging network fostered by the Older Americans Act of 1965; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature affirms support for the Older Americans Act of 1965, and the primary its goals of that act of providing services to maintain the dignity of older Californians, and promoting the independence of those individuals; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature memorializes the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate to reauthorize the Older Americans Act of 1965 forthwith, with adequate funding to reflect the growing populations of Americans who benefit from the acts programs and services; and be it further

Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the President and Vice President of the United States, to the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, to the Majority Leader of the United States Senate, and to each Senator and Representative from the State of California in the Congress of the United States.

WHEREAS, 2015 marks the 50th anniversary of the enactment of the Older Americans Act of 1965; and

WHEREAS, During the past 50 years, the implementation of the Older Americans Act of 1965 has contributed to the economic well-being of millions of older Americans, and has improved the quality of life for those individuals; and

WHEREAS, One of the key elements contributing to the successful implementation of the Older Americans Act of 1965 has been the establishment of an aging network composed of local area agencies on aging, providers of congregate and home-delivered nutrition, and many other community service providers; and

WHEREAS, The federal Administration on Aging in the United States Department of Health and Human Services was created by the Older Americans Act of 1965, and has been empowered to act as an effective advocate for the concerns and needs of older individuals; and

WHEREAS, The Older Americans Act of 1965 serves as a model for the development of community-based services, including services that provide alternatives to the institutionalization of older individuals; and

WHEREAS, Some of the programs authorized under the Older Americans Act of 1965 were created to address the specific concerns of those older Americans with the greatest social and economic needs, especially minority older Americans; and

WHEREAS, Many services under the Older Americans Act of 1965, including long-term care ombudsman and legal services providers, have acted as powerful advocates for older individuals; and

WHEREAS, The Older Americans Act of 1965 has brought together thousands of dedicated professionals and volunteers and has provided inspiration to those individuals; and

WHEREAS, Services authorized under the Older Americans Act of 1965 have provided important part-time community service employment opportunities for low-income older individuals; and

WHEREAS, Many older individuals, and those who serve them, have benefited greatly from the research, training, and education that programs established under the Older Americans Act of 1965 have provided; and

WHEREAS, Some of the programs under the Older Americans Act of 1965 were designed to address the special needs of older Native Americans; and

WHEREAS, In recognition of the changing needs of a rapidly aging society, the Older Americans Act of 1965 has been periodically amended; and

WHEREAS, The Older Americans Act of 1965 served as the foundation for an effective human services policy for millions of Americans as the United States entered the 21st century; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California and the Senate of the State of California, jointly, That the Legislature recognizes the 50th anniversary of the enactment of the Older Americans Act of 1965, and the successful implementation of that act; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature applauds the many and varied contributions at all levels of the aging network fostered by the Older Americans Act of 1965; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature affirms support for the Older Americans Act of 1965, and the primary its goals of that act of providing services to maintain the dignity of older Californians, and promoting the independence of those individuals; and be it further

Resolved, That the Legislature memorializes the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate to reauthorize the Older Americans Act of 1965 forthwith, with adequate funding to reflect the growing populations of Americans who benefit from the acts programs and services; and be it further

Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies of this resolution to the President and Vice President of the United States, to the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, to the Majority Leader of the United States Senate, and to each Senator and Representative from the State of California in the Congress of the United States.

 THIRD READING 

Bill No: AJR 8

Author: Brown (D)

Amended: 5/7/15 in Assembly

Vote: 21

ASSEMBLY FLOOR: 75-0, 5/7/15 - See last page for vote

SUBJECT: Older Americans Act of 1965

SOURCE: California Association of Area Agencies on Aging

California Association of Public Authorities for IHSS

California Commission on Aging

DIGEST: This resolution recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Older Americans Act of 1965, affirms the Legislature’s continuing support for the goals of the Act, and memorializes the United States House of Representatives and United States Senate to reauthorize the Act.

ANALYSIS: This resolution makes the following legislative findings:

1. 2015 marks the 50th anniversary of the enactment of the Older Americans Act of 1965.

2. During the past 50 years, the implementation of the Older Americans Act of 1965 has contributed to the economic well-being of millions of older Americans, and has improved the quality of life for those individuals.

3. One of the key elements contributing to the successful implementation of the Older Americans Act of 1965 has been the establishment of an aging network composed of local area agencies on aging, providers of congregate and home-delivered nutrition, and many other community service providers.

4. The federal Administration on Aging in the United States Department of Health and Human Services was created by the Older Americans Act of 1965, and has been empowered to act as an effective advocate for the concerns and needs of older individuals.

5. The Older Americans Act of 1965 serves as a model for the development of community-based services, including services that provide alternatives to the institutionalization of older individuals.

This resolution recognizes the 50th anniversary of the enactment of the Older Americans Act of 1965, and the successful implementation of that Act. This resolution applauds the many and varied contributions at all levels of the aging network fostered by the Older Americans Act of 1965, and affirms support for the Older Americans Act of 1965, and the primary goals of that act of providing services to maintain the dignity of older Californians, and promoting the independence of those individuals. This resolution also memorializes the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate to reauthorize the Older Americans Act of 1965 forthwith, with adequate funding to reflect the growing populations of Americans who benefit from the Act’s programs and services.

Prior Legislation

SCR 84 (Alquist, Resolution Chapter 54, Statutes of 2006) recognized the month of May 2006 as Older Americans Month.

ACR 226 (Berg, Resolution Chapter 86, Statutes of 2004) declared the month of May 2004 as Older Americans Month.

ACR 94 (Berg, Resolution Chapter 47, Statutes of 2003) declared the month of May 2003 as Older Americans Month.

FISCAL EFFECT: Appropriation: No Fiscal Com.: No Local: No

SUPPORT: (Verified 5/19/15)

California Association of Area Agencies on Aging (co-source)

California Association of Public Authorities for IHSS (co-source)

California Commission on Aging (co-source)

AARP

California Assisted Living Association

California Long-Term Care Ombudsman Association

California PACE Association

California School Employees Association

California Senior Legislature

The Arc and United Cerebral Palsy California Collaboration

OPPOSITION: (Verified 5/19/15)

None received

ARGUMENTS IN SUPPORT: AARP writes:

OAA [Older Americans Act] created an array of services aimed at maintaining older persons with dignity, independence and vitality in their homes and communities for as long as possible as they age. The Act’s current authorization expired in FY11.

Congress has been unable to overcome partisan differences about whether to add new authorities or alter funding authorizations, preventing the OAA from being reauthorized for the past three years. AARP, in concert with other aging advocates, is promoting a simple reauthorization that will protect core OAA programs and improve program coordination to achieve greater effectiveness for funds already dedicated to the core programs of the Act.

AARP believes that helping seniors live independently in their homes for as long as they want — and supporting the family or friends who make this possible — is just good sense. OAA programs are vital supports that maximize the independence of older persons -- especially the vulnerable elderly -- in their homes and communities through a continuum of care services.

ASSEMBLY FLOOR: 75-0, 5/7/15

AYES: Achadjian, Alejo, Travis Allen, Baker, Bigelow, Bloom, Bonilla, Bonta, Brough, Brown, Calderon, Chang, Chau, Chávez, Chiu, Chu, Cooley, Cooper, Dababneh, Dahle, Daly, Dodd, Eggman, Frazier, Beth Gaines, Gallagher, Cristina Garcia, Eduardo Garcia, Gatto, Gipson, Gomez, Gonzalez, Gordon, Gray, Grove, Hadley, Harper, Holden, Irwin, Jones, Jones-Sawyer, Kim, Lackey, Levine, Linder, Lopez, Low, Maienschein, Mathis, Mayes, McCarty, Medina, Melendez, Mullin, Nazarian, Obernolte, O'Donnell, Olsen, Patterson, Perea, Quirk, Rendon, Ridley-Thomas, Rodriguez, Salas, Santiago, Mark Stone, Ting, Wagner, Waldron, Weber, Wilk, Williams, Wood, Atkins

NO VOTE RECORDED: Burke, Campos, Roger Hernández, Steinorth, Thurmond

Prepared by: Karen Chow / SFA / (916) 651-1520

5/26/15 11:30:22

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ASSEMBLY THIRD READING

ATR Bill Id:AJR 8

Author:(Brown)

As Amended Ver:April 15, 2015

Majority vote

SUMMARY: Recognizes the 50th Anniversary of the Older Americans Act of 1965, affirm support thereof, and encourage the reauthorization of the Act with adequate funding to reflect the growing population that benefits from its services. Specifically, this resolution:

1. Finds that the State Legislature acknowledges the 50th anniversary of the Older Americans Act (OAA);

2. Acknowledges the OAA's influence upon the improved economic, well-being and improved quality of life for elders in the state;

3. Highlights the establishment of the "aging network," which consists of local area agencies on aging and their partner community-based organizations and lead by the Administration on Aging (AoA) in Washington, D.C.;

4. Acknowledges the OAA's focus upon elders in greatest economic and/or social need by targeting their needs and services that keep them independent longer, offer employment opportunities to low income older adults, as well as targeted research, education and training;

5. Acknowledges the special attention to Native Populations, while paying tribute to the generation of new beneficiaries, also known as "baby-boomers," and the influences they will create;

6. Resolves that the Legislature memorialize the 50th anniversary of the implementation of the OAA, commends the many contributions of it, supports the reauthorization of the OAA with adequate funding; and,

7. Directs the Chief Clerk of the Assembly to distribute copies of this resolution to the President and Vice President of the United States, the Speaker of the House, and the Majority Leader of the Senate, and to every member of the California Legislative Delegation to Washington, D.C.

Background: The Older Americans Act of 1965 (as amended in 2006, Public Law 109-365) was passed to preserve the inherent dignity of older individuals and assure equal opportunity to the full and free enjoyment of, adequate income in retirement, the best possible physical and mental health which science can make available and without regard to economic status, obtaining and maintaining suitable housing at costs which older citizens can afford, full restorative services for those who require institutional care, a comprehensive array of community-based, long-term care services adequate to appropriately sustain older people in their communities and in their homes, including support to family members and other persons providing voluntary care to older individuals needing long-term care services, retirement in health, honor, and dignity, after years of contribution to the economy, participation in and contribution to meaningful activity within the widest range of civic, cultural, educational and training, and recreational opportunities, freedom, independence, and the free exercise of individual initiative in planning and managing their own lives, full participation in the planning and operation of community-based services and programs provided for their benefit, and, protection against abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

The author underscores the current demographic realities for the State of California which indicates that for about the next 14 years, roughly 1,000 people in the state will turn 65 each day. Life-spans continue to be extended as health care advances continue to reduce risk of conditions that once contributed to shorter life-spans. The 65 and over cohort is currently growing at a rate about three-times that of those under age 65. This phenomenon will continue until the 65 and over population reaches about 24% of the total population around 2050. Today, California's 65 and over population represents about 12.5%, and stands at about 5.1 million people. Within 10 years, those over the age of 65 will represent about 18% of the population. Supporting the needs of elders during the next several decades remains a concern. Numerous reports, hearings, and legislative proposals have pointed out the inadequacies of California's patchwork of long-term care (LTC) programs, services, and policies to support a growing cohort of older people. The combination of fragmented jurisdictions which places the programs that seniors need under the direction of multiple administrators, all of whom operate under separate authorities and mandates, coupled with resource constraints, and programmatic overlap and diffused accountability, creates the impression that a great deal of work is being performed, but the degree to which the same amount of work could be done with focused leadership, coordination, and accountability remains untested. Absent substantial reform of the state's aging and long-term care system, the costs of over-institutionalization, lost productivity, and degraded quality of life will remain the hallmark of California's efforts to serve older people.

The state's economic recovery offers an opportunity to address an unanswered call to action to build an LTC infrastructure that meets the needs of aging and disabled adults, as well as those who care for them, while economizing to contain unnecessary costs.

Analysis Prepared by: Robert MacLaughlin / AGING & L.T.C. / (916) 319-3990 FN: 0000296