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RepublicanBill · S. 870· Senate(119-S-870)

Native ELDER Act

Rep. Murkowski
Age: 69 years
Alaska
Introduced
3/5/2025
Last activity
3/5/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Sponsored by
Lisa Murkowski
Cosponsors
Republican - 0Democrat - 1
Native Americans
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Native ELDER Act," aims to amend the Older Americans Act of 1965 to better support Native American elders. It establishes the Older Americans Tribal Advisory Committee to provide guidance to the Assistant Secretary on matters affecting Native Americans. The legislation expands the definition of in-home assistance to include necessary home modifications to help seniors stay at home. It also updates funding set-aside years and adjusts technical assistance requirements for grantees. Additionally, the bill mandates several reports to evaluate caregiver support, the need for home modifications, and barriers to program access.

Yes· 3 of 7

  • Would Native Americans be better off under this?+8

    The bill creates a formal advisory committee to represent Native American, Alaskan Native, and Native Hawaiian interests.

  • Would people over 65 be better off under this?+7

    The bill enhances support for older individuals through home modifications and improved tribal representation.

  • Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+6

    The bill establishes a tribal advisory committee to ensure Native American interests are addressed in aging programs.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.