AARP State and Federal Advocacy

AARP is working hard for legislation, regulations, and initiatives that will improve the quality of life for persons 50 and over in Connecticut and their families. We work closely with the state lawmakers, in drafting legislation and arguing for or against proposed legislation, participating at regulatory hearings and educating members. Often we work in cooperation with broad-based coalitions.

AARP Legislative Policy and Priorities

AARP policy and legislative decisions are made at the national level by the volunteer Board of Directors. Their decisions are guided by input from the volunteer National Legislative Council, by feedback from member surveys, general member communications, AARP sponsored hearings and events, environmental analysis and policy research.

As the nation's leading membership organization for Americans 50 and over, we want to make sure that our positions are supported by the majority of our membership.

AARP State Legislative Agendas

Every year, each state's AARP Executive Council sets a strategic direction that aligns with AARP's priorities and with the state's unique combination of social, economic, political and geographic forces. The selection of the state legislative priorities is based on the needs of the state's residents as determined by member polls and surveys, general member communications, and AARP-sponsored hearings and events.

Throughout the year, AARP volunteer leaders and state office staff advocate these priorities with state lawmakers, the governor, and other state officials. We may also work on other legislative and regulatory proposals as they arise.

Find out what AARP is doing in your state.