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AARP Hails House Passage of One-Year Moratorium on
Required Minimum Distributions From Retirement Accounts
2009 Suspension Poised to Help to Offset Excessive 2008 Withdrawals
Washington, D.C. – In an effort to help give older Americans some much needed financial flexibility as they struggle to manage their finances during this difficult economic time, AARP has been working with Congress and the Administration to issue a temporary freeze on mandatory retirement account withdrawals. In response to this call to action, the U.S. House of Representatives late last night passed the “Worker, Retiree, and Employer Act of 2008,” which includes a provision to provide relief to older Americans who are required to make retirement account withdrawals after age 70 ½. While the legislation will not directly address the 2008 withdrawals, it is poised to help offset this year’s distribution by placing a one-year moratorium on required minimum distributions for 2009.
In response to the passage of the legislation, AARP Legislative Policy Director David Certner issued the following statement.
“On behalf of the older Americans who are struggling during these turbulent economic times, AARP is pleased that the House took decisive action to help alleviate the financial burden facing tens of thousands of seniors who have seen their retirement savings shrink dramatically. By making minimum withdrawals from retirement savings accounts optional rather than mandatory for next year, older Americans are poised to hold on to more of their diminished nest-eggs.
“While AARP had hoped to be able to get a temporary freeze for this year, the reality was that most older Americans had already taken their distributions. We will continue to pursue with Congress and the Treasury Department potential tax relief for 2008. But by freezing the withdrawals for next year, every older American -- who was forced to make a choice between taking a withdrawal that was calculated based on a much higher value in their retirement account or face a high tax penalty -- will be eligible for this financial relief.
“The Senate now has the opportunity to help ease the economic crunch facing far too many older Americans by also passing this legislation. We urge them to do so quickly, so that older Americans can begin the new year knowing that at least one important financial hurdle has been lifted, and they can begin in 2009 to rebuild a stronger economic foundation.”
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization that helps people 50+ have independence, choice and control in ways that are beneficial and affordable to them and society as a whole. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to either political campaigns or candidates. We produce AARP The Magazine, the definitive voice for 50+ Americans and the world's largest-circulation magazine with over 34.5 million readers; AARP Bulletin, the go-to news source for AARP's 40 million members and Americans 50+; AARP Segunda Juventud, the only bilingual U.S. publication dedicated exclusively to the 50+ Hispanic community; and our website, AARP.org. AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. We have staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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Added: December 11, 2008
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(Wichita, Kansas) – AARP Kansas honored its 2008 outstanding community service volunteers during a banquet at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Wichita on November 12. Each year, AARP, the nonprofit membership organization for people 50 and over, presents its most prestigious award, the Ethel Percy Andrus Award for Community Service, to an individual or individuals who, through volunteer service, significantly enhance the lives of those in their community. This award symbolizes that individuals have the power and ability to make a difference in the lives of others.
The 2008 Andrus Award for Community Service was presented to Gerald and Dianna Schmitt of Wichita. Through their work as co-leads of AARP’s Divided We Fail initiative in Kansas, the Schmitts have traveled the state spreading the message that all Americans should have access to affordable quality health care and lifetime financial security. The Schmitts, who previously lived in Dodge City, have made numerous appearances and presentations to a wide variety of groups and civic organizations not only in Wichita, but in other Kansas communities.
In addition, the Schmitts helped plan the AARP Wichita Summit which informs and educates Wichita area AARP members and the public about a variety of issues that are important to all as they age. They also serve as bus captains for the annual AARP Rally Day at the Capitol, recruiting advocates and helping train them on how to be effective at the state legislature. Additionally, they work with the Kansas Association of Retired School Personnel (KARSP) unit in Wichita on AARP issues as Gerald is a retired educator. The Schmitts also have been very effective in working with the Kansas Congressional delegation to educate them about issues that are important to AARP. All along the way, Gerald and Dianna recruit new AARP Kansas volunteers, not only by encouraging them to get involved, but also by setting a great example of what it means to be exceptional volunteers in the spirit of Ethel Percy Andrus.
“This award acts as a symbol to members and the public that we can all work together for positive social change,” said David Wilson, AARP State Volunteer President who will present the award along with AARP State Director Maren Turner. “AARP has long valued the spirit of volunteerism and the important contributions AARP volunteers make to their communities, neighbors, and the programs they serve.”
Other Kansans who were nominated for the Andrus Award include Paul Miller, Wichita; Opal Flinn, Ellis; Sterling and Kathleen Woodard, Park City; Francis Porch, Overland Park; Erlene Cares, Parsons; and Keith Gutherie, Inman.
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AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization dedicated to making life better for people 50 and over. We provide information and resources; engage in legislative, regulatory and legal advocacy; assist members in serving their communities; and offer a wide range of unique benefits, special products, and services for our members. These include AARP The Magazine, published bimonthly; AARP Bulletin, our monthly newspaper; AARP Segunda Juventud, our Spanish-language newspaper which is published six times a year; NRTA Live and Learn, our quarterly newsletter for 50+ educators; and our Web site, www.aarp.org. We have staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Added: November 20, 2008
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VOLUNTEER EDIE JORNS DIRECTS SCHOOLS SERVING 12,000 DISADVANTAGED YOUTH AT 164 SITES IN 17 COUNTRIES;
WINS INTERNATIONAL OUTREACH AWARD
FROM NRTA: AARP’s EDUCATOR COMMUNITY
Washington, DC – Edie Jorns, Kansas Association of Retired School Personnel (KARSP) member, has been honored with an NRTA With Our Youth! International Outreach Award by NRTA: AARP’s Educator Community at its Leadership Conference here.
Her amazing journey began while performing missionary work with her husband in Zapaca, Guatemala. Jorns started a boarding school in 1968 with hopes of breaking the cycle of poverty and illiteracy. To support the project, Edie founded the Children’s Christian Concern Society (CCCS).
After completing their educations, the Jorns moved to Manhattan, Kansas. There Edie began a social work program while volunteering her time to the CCCS. After 23 years of service as a social worker, Jorns retired and became CCCS’ volunteer project director. She has volunteered over 2,000 hours per year. In 2008, through her leadership, CCCS served over 12,000 students at 164 sites in 17 countries.
Working from home, Jorns communicates with sites, offers encouragement, and manages administrative activities, including tri-yearly reports and budgets. Her relationships with churches worldwide help to provide scholarships. Jorns also responds to proposals for new sites and scholarships at present sites. Each year, at their own expense, she and her husband visit two sites. In several countries, former students serve as volunteer directors.
“Edie Jorns is a model citizen. She shows the world how educators keep giving long after leaving the classroom. Multiple generations benefit and go on to contribute thanks to the dedication of volunteers like Edie,” said Megan Hookey, Interim Vice President of NRTA.
With Our Youth! was formed in response to the 1997 Presidents’ Summit for America’s Future, at which the NRTA network made a three-year pledge to provide 45 million volunteer service hours with 1.5 million youth in 2,000 communities. Since 1999, it has reached more than 2.5 million youth in over 42 states.
The goal of the program is to provide youth with five key resources: an on-going relationship with a caring adult, a healthy start in life, safe places to grow and learn, a marketable skill through effective education and an opportunity to give back through community service.
A total of nine awards representing 7 states, were presented this year: one in the state category, four in the local category and three in the individual category.
About NRTA
Founded in 1947 by retired educator Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, NRTA: AARP’s Educator Community is a division of AARP. NRTA members share a commitment to learning, voluntary service, and civic participation. NRTA is the largest national organization that represents the interests of 50+ educators, with a membership of more than one-million active and retired higher-ed and K-12 educators and school personnel at the local, state and national level. The NRTA Network includes a national office in Washington, DC, 53 state and city associations, and more than 2,700 local associations. NRTA members are dedicated to continuous educational opportunity, advocacy, and service as a means of safeguarding the economic security, work opportunities, and future well-being of all generations. Visit NRTA’s Website at www.aarp.org/nrta for more information.
About AARP
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization that helps people 50+ have independence, choice and control in ways that are beneficial and affordable to them and society as a whole. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to either political campaigns or candidates. We produce AARP The Magazine, the definitive voice for 50+ Americans and the world's largest-circulation magazine with over 34 million readers; AARP Bulletin, the go-to daily news source for AARP's 39 million members and Americans 50+; AARP Segunda Juventud, the only bilingual U.S. publication dedicated exclusively to the 50+ Hispanic community; and our website, AARP.org. AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. We have staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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Added: October 31, 2008
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(Salina) Nancy Reese of Salina is the winner of the 2nd annual Kansas Senior Spelling Bee. Maryba Dungan of Manhattan took 2nd place honors and 3rd place went to George Deatrick of Wichita. The statewide event took place on Friday, October 3rd in Salina.
There were 58 participants from 27 towns across Kansas. The participants ranged in age from 51 years young to the eldest being 87 years young. After the first 50 words in the written portion of the contest, the field was narrowed to 20 spellers for the oral portion, which was eventually narrowed to the three finalists after a spirited and fun spell down. Trace of Copper plaques made in Marion, Kansas were awarded to the three top spellers along with a trip to Cheyenne, Wyoming for the 1st place speller, Nancy Reese, to compete in the National Spelling Bee in June of 2009.
Judges for this years Spelling Bee were Dr. Philip Kerstetter president of Kansas Wesleyan University Salina, Senator Stephan Morris president of the Kansas Senate, and Dr. Andy Tompkins Dean of the College of Education Pittsburg State University.
This years event was sponsored by: The Salina Senior Center, City of Salina Parks and Recreation 50 Plus Population, Saline County Commission on Aging, Humana Insurance, RSVP The Volunteer Connection, Kansas Association of Retired School Personnel Kansas Area Agencies on Aging, Kansas AARP, Kansas State University of Salina, and Access TV.
For more information contact: Chrystal Brunner, Senior Center Director, Salina Sr. Center, 245 North Ninth, Salina, Kansas 67401 or by calling 1-785-827-9818 ext. 13.
Added: October 6, 2008
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AARP Kansas staff and volunteers will be collecting Divided We Fail pledges from Pittsburg residents on Sept. 25, 26 and 27, 2008 in various locations. Pittsburg residents will be asked to sign pledges to support candidates who will work in a bi-partisan way to ensure that all Americans have access to quality, affordable healthcare and lifetime financial security. The pledge cards will be used to demonstrate to elected officials and other policy makers that Americans, and particularly Kansans, believe these issues are important and should be given priority.
Divided We Fail is AARP’s national effort to raise the voices of millions of Americans who believe that health care and lifetime financial security are the most pressing domestic issues facing our nation. Together we will demand action and answers from our nation’s leaders and common sense solutions that recognize that individuals, business and government all have a role and a responsibility in securing health care and life-time financial security.
On September 25, AARP volunteer will collect DWF pledges from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Meadowbrook Mall (both east and west entrances). They will also collect pledges from 10 a.m. to 2;30 p.m. at the Pittsburg Senior Center.
On September 26, AARP volunteers will collect DWF pledges from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Meadowbrook Mall (both entrances) From 11:00 a.m. to 12 noon, there will be a DWF presentation at the Pittsburg Senior Center. The presentation is open to the public and all are invited to attend. Also from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., PSU Circle K members will be collecting DWF pledges during the Pitt State Battle of the Bands at the Oval at PSU.
On September 27, DWF pledges will again be collected from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the mall (both entrances). At 7 p.m. the debate between Nancy Boyda (D) and Lynn Jenkins (R)begins at McCray Hall at PSU.
For more information contact AARP Kansas at 1-866-448-3619.
Added: September 22, 2008
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AARP FOUNDATION’S TAX-AIDE PROGRAM HONORED WITH
HIGHEST ACCOLADE FROM IRS WAGE AND INVESTMENT DIVISION
AARP Foundation is Second External Organization
to Receive this Prestigious IRS Award
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The IRS Wage and Investment Division recently lauded the AARP Foundation’s Tax-Aide program with its highest honor—the Commissioner’s Award. This is only the second time in the history of the award that the IRS has given this award to an external organization. The award recognizes the AARP Foundation’s Tax-Aide program on its 40th anniversary for its outstanding contribution as the nation’s largest free, volunteer-run assistance and preparation service. The program is available to low-to-middle income taxpayers, with special attention to those age 60 and older.
“We are pleased that the AARP Tax-Aide program has received such a special accolade,” said Bonnie Speedy, National Director of the program. “The program has been successful due to the volunteers and their willingness to help others. Because our volunteers stay on with the program for years, it is clear they find the experience rewarding. We hope more people will join us to volunteer in the future.”
Indeed, thanks to the dedicated effort of over 33,000 AARP Tax-Aide volunteers, the AARP Foundation assisted almost three million taxpayers in filing their federal, state, and local tax returns at 6,700 sites nationwide. AARP Foundation leads the way in providing electronic filing services to older taxpayers across the nation. For 2008, 86 percent of federal 1040 returns that AARP Tax-Aide volunteers helped prepare, were electronically filed. This represents a whopping 27 percent increase over the number e-filed the previous year.
“The AARP Foundation’s Tax-Aide program has been invaluable not only to the IRS, but to the older adult taxpayers nationwide,” said Richard Byrd, Jr., Commissioner, IRS Wage & Investment Division. “It is with appreciation and gratitude that I give this award to the AARP Foundation, the highest recognition I can bestow as the Commissioner.”
The AARP Tax-Aide program was founded in 1968 with just four volunteers and 100 clients. Since that time, the program’s volunteers have helped over 47 million people file their taxes. In addition to filing assistance, AARP Tax-Aide provides online tax assistance and trains and certifies volunteers annually for the upcoming tax season.
Those individuals who want to help others by becoming a volunteer for AARP Foundation’s Tax-Aide program, can find more information at www.aarp.org/taxaide or by calling 1-888-AARPNOW (1-888-227-7669).
The AARP Foundation is AARP’s affiliated charity. Foundation programs provide security protection and empowerment for older persons in need. Low-income older workers receive the job training and placement they need to re-join the workforce. Free tax preparation is provided for low- and moderate-income individuals, with special attention to those 60 and older. The Foundation’s litigation staff protects the legal rights of older Americans in critical health, long-term care, consumer and employment situations. Additional programs provide information, education and services to ensure that people over 50 lead lives of independence, dignity and purpose. Foundation programs are funded by grants, tax-deductible contributions and AARP.
For more information about the AARP Foundation, please log on to www.aarp.org/foundation.
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Added: September 22, 2008
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AARP KANSAS KEY VOTE NEWS ALERT
ATTENTION NEWS DESKS: AARP is recording House and Senate roll call votes on key issues throughout the 110th Congress, and informing its nearly 40 million members of the results of these key votes.
AARP Thanks Congress for Keeping Medicare Fair, Overriding White House Veto
Bipartisan Bill Improves Low-Income Help and Boosts Quality through National E-Prescribing, Helps Ensure Access to Doctors
SUMMARY: Today the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate voted overwhelmingly to override a White House veto and pass important Medicare legislation. The Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act will improve Medicare’s low-income programs, boost health care quality with a system of national e-prescribing, and help ensure the access of patients to their doctors.
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Jerry Moran
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** How a legislator votes on issues is only one factor in evaluating his or her legislative performance, which should also include such things as constituency services and committee work.
“Today’s vote is a victory for the 44 million Americans, including 400,000 Kansans, who depend on Medicare, and we applaud Senator Pat Roberts and Representatives Nancy Boyda, Jerry Moran, Dennis Moore and Todd Tiahrt for their continued support,” said AARP Kansas State Director Maren Turner. “This bipartisan legislation will help more Americans afford their health care bills while bringing doctors offices and pharmacies into the 21st century with e-prescribing.”
Turner added: “We are disappointed that Senator Brownbackvoted against this important legislation.”
AARP has been advocating for several months to ensure that lawmakers keep Medicare fair for the people who depend on it when Congress addresses physician payment cuts. AARP has also been advocating for this bill’s improvements to Medicare, particularly the low-income programs and electronic prescribing.
Since launching the “Keep Medicare Fair” initiative in April, AARP’s grassroots volunteers and activists have sent more than 1.2 million messages to Congress and the White House. As part of this effort, an AARP survey released May 19 found that of adults 50-plus, 81 percent oppose additional increases to Medicare premiums and 66 percent are less likely to vote for a Member of Congress who supports those increases.
AARP notified the 110th Congress that it was tracking roll call votes on key legislation important to its 39 million members and reporting the outcomes of these votes back to its members.
“We believe people make the right choices when they understand the issues and positions taken by their elected officials. AARP intends to ensure that its members get that information,” Turner concluded.
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization that helps people 50+ have independence, choice and control in ways that are beneficial and affordable to them and society as a whole. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to either political campaigns or candidates. We produce AARP The Magazine, the definitive voice for 50+ Americans and the world's largest-circulation magazine with over 33 million readers; AARP Bulletin, the go-to news source for AARP's 39 million members and Americans 50+; AARP Segunda Juventud, the only bilingual U.S. publication dedicated exclusively to the 50+ Hispanic community; and our website, AARP.org. AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. We have staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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Added: July 15, 2008
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AARP Dismayed by Senate Vote to Block Medicare Improvement Bill
Bipartisan Package Would Have Improved Benefits for Prevention, Mental Health and Low-Income Programs, Boosted Quality through National E-Prescribing
AARP KANSAS KEY VOTE NEWS ALERT
ATTENTION NEWS DESKS: AARP is recording House and Senate roll call votes on key issues throughout the 110th Congress, and informing its nearly 40 million members of the results of these key votes.
SUMMARY: Today a minority of the U.S. Senate blocked critical legislation to protect and improve Medicare for the 44 million Americans who depend on it. The Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act, which would have improved Medicare’s prevention, mental health, and low-income programs and instituted a national program for electronic prescribing, was blocked by a group of Senators during a procedural vote.
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VOTED YES TO MOVE MEDICARE BILL TO DEBATE AND VOTE
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“While we are disappointed by today’s outcome, we applaud Senator Roberts for voting to improve Medicare and bring this bill to the floor for an up-or-down vote,” said Maren Turner, senior director for AARP Kansas. “This bipartisan legislation would have helped more Americans afford their health care bills while bringing our doctors’ offices and pharmacies into the 21st century with e-prescribing. We look forward to continuing to work with Senator Roberts and his colleagues to pass a bill this month to improve Medicare and keep premiums fair for the 44 million Americans who rely on the program.”
Turner added: “We are disappointed that Senator Brownback voted to block this Medicare improvement bill from open debate and an up-or-down vote on the Senate floor. This bill would begin to bring down health care costs for millions of Americans by boosting Medicare’s prevention, mental health, and low-income programs and promoting e-prescribing—one way to reduce harmful and costly medical errors.”
AARP has been advocating for several months to ensure that people in Medicare do not face an unfair increase in their premiums when Congress addresses physician payment cuts. AARP has also been advocating for improvements to Medicare, particularly the low-income programs, including raising asset limits, simplifying the application process and improving collaboration between Medicare and the Social Security Administration to screen people who may be eligible for low-income help and not know it. The bill brought up for a cloture vote today included all of these changes.
The AARP initiative, titled “Keep Medicare Fair,” to date has generated more than a half million phone calls, e-mails and petitions sent to Senate offices. As part of this effort, an AARP survey released May 19 found that of adults 50-plus, 81 percent oppose additional increases to Medicare premiums and 66 percent are less likely to vote for a Member of Congress who supports those increases.
AARP notified the 110th Congress that it was tracking roll call votes on key legislation important to its 39 million members and reporting the outcomes of these votes back to its members. “We believe people make the right choices when they understand the issues and position taken by their elected officials. AARP intends to ensure that its members get that information,” Turner concluded.
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization that helps people 50+ have independence, choice and control in ways that are beneficial and affordable to them and society as a whole. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to either political campaigns or candidates. We produce AARP The Magazine, the definitive voice for 50+ Americans and the world's largest-circulation magazine with over 33 million readers; AARP Bulletin, the go-to news source for AARP's 39 million members and Americans 50+; AARP Segunda Juventud, the only bilingual U.S. publication dedicated exclusively to the 50+ Hispanic community; and our website, AARP.org. AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. We have staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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Added: June 17, 2008
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AARP Thanks Kansas’ Representatives for Supporting Bill to Protect People In Medicaid
Association urges Senators Brownback and Roberts to quickly pass companion bill and send measure to President
(Topeka)—AARP thanked the supporters and cosponsors of the Protecting the Medicaid Safety Net Act of 2008, which passed April 23, 2008 in the U.S. House of Representatives. The bill prevents massive increases in costs for people in Medicaid by stopping harmful cuts proposed by the administration.
“Today’s vote is a victory for all Kansas residents who rely on Medicaid as the safety net of our health care system,” said AARP Kansas State Director Maren Turner. “With 47 million Americans already uninsured, our country and our state cannot afford to make it any harder for our most vulnerable to pay for their health care.”
AARP thanks the members of the Kansas delegation who cosponsored the bill or provided critical support in gaining passage of this legislation first in the Energy & Commerce committee and today in the full House: Representative Jerry Moran (co-sponsor); Representative Dennis Moore (co-sponsor); Representative Nancy Boyda; and Representative Todd Tiahrt.
Kansas’ Medicaid director estimated the impact of the proposed cuts to be $22 million for the state. While AARP supports smart policies to stop fraud, waste and abuse in Medicaid, the cuts proposed by the administration threaten the integrity of the program and shift unreasonable costs to the people in Medicaid and the states.
“We’re proud that our U.S. Representatives recognized the harm the administration’s proposals would have done to people in Kansas’ Medicaid program, and we thank them for acting swiftly and with such wide, bipartisan support to stop these cuts,” said Turner. “We now urge Senators Sam Brownback and Pat Roberts to vote to protect Medicaid as the Senate considers this measure.”
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization that helps people 50+ have independence, choice and control in ways that are beneficial and affordable to them and society as a whole. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to either political campaigns or candidates. We produce AARP The Magazine, the definitive voice for 50+ Americans and the world's largest-circulation magazine with over 33 million readers; AARP Bulletin, the go-to news source for AARP's 39 million members and Americans 50+; AARP Segunda Juventud, the only bilingual U.S. publication dedicated exclusively to the 50+ Hispanic community; and our website, AARP.org. AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. We have staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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Added: April 24, 2008
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AARP KANSAS CELEBRATES 50th ANNIVERSARY WITH $10,000 AWARD
TO PAOLA HIGH SCHOOL
(Members also collect Divided We Fail pledges from state lawmakers
and honor volunteer advocacy leader)
(Topeka)—AARP members and volunteers from across Kansas gathered at the State Capitol in Topeka on February 20, to talk to their legislators about AARP’s Divided We Fail movement. They asked legislators to sign the Divided We Fail pledge to work together so that all Kansans will have affordable, quality health care and lifetime financial security. AARP is encouraging all voting age Kansans who are tired of partisan politics to sign the Divided We Fail pledge and support candidates who will work across the aisle to address affordable health care and financial security.
During a luncheon at the Ramada Inn, AARP State Volunteer President David Wilson announced that Paola High School in Paola is the winner of the Ethel Percy Andrus Legacy Award for Innovation. The $10,000 award is in honor of this year’s 50th anniversary of AARP and its founder Ethel Percy Andrus. One high school in each state was chosen to receive the award. Paola High School won the Kansas $10,000 award in recognition of its Robotics program which is a collaborative effort between students, school staff and community members to bring about student improvement and achievement in the areas of science and technology.
AARP historian, Lily Liu, gave the keynote address at the luncheon and highlighted the founding by Andrus of both AARP and the National Association of Retired Teachers. Andrus, an educator, became famous when she was named the first female principal of a high school in California Also during the luncheon, the AARP Sonny Freeman Award for Volunteer Advocacy was presented to Wichita AARP volunteer Dr. Bill Dirks for his many years of advocacy work on behalf of AARP and its more than 370,000 members in Kansas.
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Added: March 5, 2008
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