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S 3337

A bill to amend the Older Americans Act of 1965 to require the Assistant Secretary for Aging to award grants to States, Indian tribes, and tribal organizations to create or implement Multisector Plans for Aging and Aging with a Disability, and for other purposes.

119th Congress Introduced by Angela Alsobrooks and 2 co-sponsors

Federal grant program requiring states and tribes to create coordinated aging service plans addressing needs of older adults and those aging with disabilities.

Introduced in Senate
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Bill Summary · S 3337

Legislative bill overview

S. 3337 amends the Older Americans Act of 1965 to authorize federal grants enabling states, Indian tribes, and tribal organizations to develop comprehensive "Multisector Plans for Aging and Aging with a Disability." These plans would coordinate aging services across multiple sectors and stakeholders. The bill establishes a grant program administered by the Assistant Secretary for Aging to support plan creation and implementation.

Why is this important

The U.S. population is rapidly aging, with 80+ age groups growing fastest. Currently, aging services are often fragmented across healthcare, social services, housing, and transportation sectors with limited coordination. This bill attempts to create unified planning frameworks that could improve service delivery, reduce gaps, and potentially lower costs through better integration—particularly for the growing population aging with disabilities.

Potential points of contention

  • Federal funding requirements: The bill mandates federal grants without specifying funding amounts, raising questions about budget impact and whether appropriations will match the program's scope
  • Implementation burden: States and tribes must develop comprehensive multisector plans, requiring significant coordination across government agencies and private partners; smaller jurisdictions may struggle with capacity
  • Vague performance metrics: The bill doesn't clearly define how plans will be evaluated for success, measured outcomes, or accountability standards for grantee effectiveness

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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