FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 23, 2024
BRAUN, CASSIDY INTRODUCE BILL TO TARGET MEDICARE FRAUD
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Braun and Cassidy introduced legislation to create an...
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...
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...
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...
?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...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 14, 2023
Braun: Age isn’t a shield against synthetics
WASHINGTON—Today, Sen. Mike Braun, Ranking Member of the U.S. Special Committee on Aging,...
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December 14, 2023
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WASHINGTON—Today, U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging Ranking Member Mike Braun released a report entitled, “The Silent...
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December 14, 2023
WASHINGTON – Senators Mike Braun and Bob Casey sent a letter to the Social Security Administration (SSA) on their lack of compliance with...
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...
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...
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...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 20, 2023
Braun calls on NLRB to reconsider joint employer rule that would harm seniors
WASHINGTON – Last Friday, Senators Mike Braun, Tim Scott, Marco...
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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November 16, 2023
Braun: “If we do not embrace AI, we won’t be able to counter it”
WASHINGTON—Today, Sen. Mike Braun, Ranking Member of the U.S. Special...
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...
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. -...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 26, 2023
Braun: Patients deserve a promising pathway at the FDA
WASHINGTON—Today, Sen. Mike Braun, Ranking Member of the U.S. Special Committee on...
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...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 19, 2023
“We must secure America’s future in agriculture” Braun releases report on aging farmers
WASHINGTON—Today, U.S. Senate Special Committee on...
Have you or a loved one been affected by a rare, progressive, or similar serious disease? Senator Braun, Ranking Member of the Senate Special Committee on Aging, will be holding a...