- Press releases from: February 2024
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Casey Releases Fact Sheet Detailing How The Inflation Reduction Act Has Lowered Health Care Costs for Pennsylvanians
Fact sheet shows how IRA health care provisions Casey fought for have already lowered drug costs and health care premiums for hundreds of thousands of Pennsylvanians In coming... -
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Casey, Klobuchar Introduce Bills to Make American Democracy More Accessible to People with Disabilities
New legislation would increase the accessibility of voting, running for office, and serving in local government Casey: “Our democracy is stronger and better off when every American... - Press releases from: January 2024
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The Inflation Reduction Act Is Lowering Rx Costs: State Fact Sheets
In August 2022, Democrats in Congress passed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) to lower health care and prescription drug costs for older adults, people with disabilities, and... -
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ROUNDUP: Casey Leads Most Significant Congressional Review of Assisted Living Facilities in 20 Years
Washington Post: Senators challenge assisted living industry over wandering deaths, poor care Erie News Now: Senator Casey chairs hearing on assisted living facilities Penn... -
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Casey Welcomes Watchdog Report Examining Accessibility Barriers at Veterans Affairs
At Casey’s urging, new report was issued detailing issues with accessibility of VA’s websites and information technology systems Casey: “I hope this report finally spurs the action... -
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Casey Demands Three of the Largest Assisted Living Facility Owners Answer Concerns About Workforce, Cost, and Quality of Care
In letters to CEOs of largest facility owners, Casey pushes for information about high costs, worker shortages, and safety of residents Letters follow disturbing reporting about... - Press releases from: December 2023
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Casey Probes Impact of Trump Tax Law on Fraud Victims
Reports show that fraud victims are facing high tax bills following Republican repeal of casualty and theft losses deduction Casey asks IRS for data about how 2017 tax law is... -
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Casey Holds Hearing on Substance Use Disorders Among Older Adults
?Substance use disorder affects nearly four million older adults over age 65 Gaps remain in coverage of substanceuse disorder treatment—only 11 percent of Medicare beneficiaries... -
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As Impact of Temporary Home Care Funding Becomes Clear, Casey Urges for Sustained Investment
According to White House, American Rescue Plan investments in home and community-based services have exceeded $37 billion Casey: “If we do not take action to make these temporary... -
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Casey, Murphy Introduce Bill to Fight Social Isolation and Loneliness Among Older Americans
One-quarter of adults aged 65 and older in the U.S. face social isolation The Addressing Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults (SILO) Act invests in community-based... -
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Casey, Colleagues Urge Federal Trade Commission to Track Artificial Intelligence Scams
In letter to FTC, Senators request information on how the agency is tracking the role of A.I. in scams targeted at older Americans Senators: “We still have a lot to learn about how... - Press releases from: November 2023
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Casey Holds Hearing on Role of Artificial Intelligence in Frauds and Scams
At hearing, Casey released annual Aging Committee Fraud Book Hearing featured testimony from Pennsylvania AI-scam victim, as well as video where additional victims shared their... -
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Casey Applauds Efforts to Increase Transparency of Nursing Home Ownership
New Biden Administration rule requires nursing homes to report ownership to Medicare agency Rule will shine light on private equity ownership of nursing homes, which is associated... -
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Casey, Wyden Lead Letter Urging Medicare Agency to Adopt Stronger Nursing Home Staffing Standard
New rule announced in September establishes minimum staffing requirements for nursing homes Casey, Wyden have long called for nursing home staffing minimums Washington, D.C. -... - Press releases from: October 2023
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Casey, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Bolster Home Care Workforce
In a 2022 report, over 70 percent of direct service providers reported they cannot fill staffing vacancies for home care As a result, 83 percent of providers said they turn away... -
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Casey Urges Medicaid Agency to Crack Down on Health Insurers Who Harm Patients by Denying Coverage of Medically Necessary Care
More than 67 million Americans receive Medicaid coverage from a managed care organization (MCO) In letter, Casey raises concerns about health insurance companies routinely denying... - Press releases from: September 2023
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Casey, Blumenthal, Klobuchar, Schakowsky Urge Companies to Ensure All New Furniture for Sale Complies with New Tip-over Rules
New rules from Casey’s STURDY Act require furniture to meet safety and stability requirements before being sold In letter, members compel manufacturers to ensure all furniture... -
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Casey Introduces Bill to Expand Health Care Access to Every Child
Pandemic-era expansion of Medicaid and CHIP increased children’s enrollment by 11 percent The Medicaid for Every Child Act would ensure that every American child is automatically... -
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Casey, Brown, Wyden Probe Real Estate Company Over Allegations of Predatory Business Practices
Court documents allege MV Realty’s “Homeowner Benefit Program”(HBP) misleads and unfairly targets older adults, people of color, and people with disabilities In letter, Chairman... -
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Casey-led Legislation to Prevent Furniture Tip-Over Injury and Death Takes Effect
Since 2000, more than 470 U.S. children have died from furniture tip-over accidents Casey-led STURDY Act passed last December, goes into effect today Parents should...
