Archived Articles on Housing
Electric Rate Relief & Reforms a Reality for Illinois Consumers
With AARP Illinois leading the charge, Governor Rod Blagojevich has passed legislation to provide immediate relief and a long-term solution to the electric rate crisis in Illinois.
September 28, 2007
Source: AARP.org
Online Extra: Complete Streets
Cars dominate American roadways. Walkers, bikers and the disabled want more access. Will a new movement make it happen?
September 3, 2007
Source: AARP.org
Legislature Passes Mental Health Parity Bill
In a legislative victory for AARP North Carolina, the North Carolina General Assembly has passed a bill requiring insurance companies to treat many mental illnesses in the same manner as physical ailments.
July 23, 2007
Source: AARP.org
Georgia PSC to Vote on Banning Secret Conversations
AARP Georgia supports efforts to ban secret conversations between PSC members and industry lobbyists.
June 13, 2007
Source: AARP.org
Prescription Drugs, Pedestrian Safety Top Advocacy Gains in 2007
A summary of AARP Hawaii advocacy wins in the 2007 legislature.
June 8, 2007
Source: AARP.org
Focus on Livable CommunitiesÑWhat does it mean to AARP?
A livable community has affordable and appropriate housing, supportive community features and services and adequate mobility options.
May 24, 2007
Source: AARP.org
Every Step You Take
New home monitoring systems may seem invasive, but they might keep you independent.
May 3, 2007
By: Reed Karaim
Electric Shock: Illinois Hit Hard By Rate Hikes
Skyrocketing electric rates have Illinois residents compromising their personal and financial health to pay their electric bills. AARP is fighting to provide Illinois residents with relief from the astronomical rate hikes.
April 30, 2007
Source: AARP.org
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