Bill
HD 1795
Overview: Bill HD 1795 would establish the Office of Older Adult Advocate within the state government.Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to create a dedicated office to advocate for
Overview: Bill HD 1795 would establish the Office of Older Adult Advocate within the state government.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to create a dedicated office to advocate for the rights and interests of older adults in the state. The office would serve as a central point of contact for older adults, their families, and service providers to address issues and concerns related to aging.
Key Provisions:
- Establishes the Office of Older Adult Advocate as an independent agency within the state government
- Appoints an Older Adult Advocate to lead the office and serve as a liaison between older adults and state agencies
- Grants the Older Adult Advocate the authority to investigate complaints, provide assistance, and make recommendations to improve services and policies for older adults
- Requires the office to publish an annual report on the state of older adult services and issues
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Older adults residing in the state, who would have a dedicated advocate to represent their interests
- State agencies and service providers that work with the older adult population
- Families and caregivers of older adults, who may seek assistance from the Older Adult Advocate
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill is currently in the proposed stage (HD 1795) and has not yet been formally introduced in the state legislature. If introduced, it would need to go through the standard legislative process for consideration and potential enactment.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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