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AARP Connecticut State Office
21 Oak Street
Capitol Place, Suite 104
Hartford, CT 06106-8003
Phone: 1-866-295-7279 (toll-free)
Fax: 1-860-249-7707
ctaarp@aarp.org
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m Monday - Friday
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AARP Government Watch
AARP’s Government Watch syncs Main Street with Capitol Hill and Pennsylvania Avenue. Keep your eyes on Washington.
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2009 Connecticut Legislative Session Accomplishments
While 2009 was a year of tough challenges and unprecedented economic crisis, significant strides were made on top AARP priorities of health and long-term care, as well as consumer protections.
In Historic Vote, Legislature Overrides SustiNet Veto
Learn more about this comprehensive health reform plan which aims to provide affordable, quality coverage to all state residents within five years.
Toward Greater Economic Security for Connecticut’s Elders
A new study finds that tens of thousands of older residents—particularly women—can't cover their basic living needs without public assistance.
AARP Leads National Fight for Health Reform
AARP has identified six critical priorities that must be included in any final Health Reform package.
We Need Action on Health Reform Now!
AARP is calling on Congress and the President to find bi-partisan, common-sense solutions this year that will provide affordable health choices to all Americans.
ConnPACE PLUS Expands Prescription Benefits for Seniors
Legislation supported by AARP and included in the most recent Deficit Mitigation Plan for 2009 will enhance prescription assistance benefits for ConnPACE enrollees while saving the state more than $4 million a year.
Legislative Action Center
Contact your elected officials about important issues that affect your life.
Key Vote Summary
Find out how your senators and representatives voted on Medicare, Social Security, and other important issues.
Governor's Budget Contains Proposals That Harm Older People and People With Disabilities
AARP is deeply concerned with several proposals contained in Governor M. Jodi Rell's State Budget that would harm Connecticut seniors and people with disabilities, especially those with low to moderate incomes.
AARP Report Seeks Electric Rate Relief for Connecticut Consumers
Connecticut's electric rates are among the highest in the nation, despite electricity restructuring legislation enacted in 1998 that was supposed to bring lower prices for ratepayers.
AARP Supports S.B. 1 – An Act Concerning Economic Security for Connecticut Families
At the request of AARP, the State Senate has introduced legislation (S.B. 1) that has enormous potential to start thousands of Connecticut workers on the path to better financial health. Learn more about this important legislation and how you can voice your support.
AARP CT, Taking Action on What Matters Most
Health Care Reform, Electric Rates and State Assisted Savings Top AARP Connecticut's 2009 Legislative Agenda.
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