GOVERNMENT WATCH: LIVABLE COMMUNITIES

Government Watch

AARP Legislative Priorities

Do you know what legislation AARP members think would help improve the lives of older Americans? Find out which of your votes AARP members are watching.

Eye On Administration

Supporting President Obama's call for transparency, we provide a guide to executive orders and actions. We also help AARP members offer feedback on presidential actions.

Eye On Congress

Our Key Vote Summary shows how members of Congress voted on AARP's top issues in the 111th Congress. As there are more "key votes," AARP will update the summary. Stay tuned!

Eye On The States
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Nurses are critical to lowering health care costs and improving patient care. Decisions made by Congress and the President will impact whether we have the nurses we need. Find out more about these policies.

Livable Communities

AARP believes the Obama administration and Congress should ensure that America's communities provide housing and transportation options that are accessible, safe, and affordable for people of all ages.

2009 Legislative Priorities

Do you know what legislation AARP members think would help improve the lives of older Americans? Find out why 80 million eyes are watching to see how you vote on specific legislation.

AARP on the Issues

Do you know what issues are important to AARP members? Find out AARP's recommendations for how to reform health care put more people on the road to retirement security and ensure all our communities are safe, affordable, and accessible to people of all generations.

Homes Where the Smart Is

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AARP and the National Association of Home Builders developed the Livable Communities Awards program to spotlight homes that have cutting-edge designs which make life easier, safer, and more comfortable for American families.

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