DemocratBill · H.Res. 465· House(119-HRES-465)

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Congress should enact the Older Americans Bill of Rights to establish that older Americans should have the right to live with dignity and with independence.

Rep. Schakowsky
Age: 82 years
Illinois
Introduced
6/3/2025
Last activity
6/3/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sponsored by
Janice Schakowsky
Cosponsors
Democrat - 31Republican - 0
Social Welfare
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should pass the Older Americans Bill of Rights. The goal is to establish that older Americans have the right to live with dignity and independence. It outlines specific rights related to high-quality, affordable healthcare and long-term supports. Additionally, it seeks to ensure financial and retirement security for seniors and their families. Finally, it calls for full participation and contribution to communities through various social and accessibility supports.

Yes· 3 of 21

  • Would people over 65 be better off under this?+10

    The entire resolution is dedicated to establishing a bill of rights for older Americans to ensure dignity and independence.

  • Would retired people be better off under this?+10

    The bill focuses on providing financial, healthcare, and social security for retirees.

  • Does this strengthen Social Security?+8

    The bill calls for the preservation, improvement, and expansion of Social Security benefits.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.