Sen. Casey holds hearing on local impact of the Older Americans Act - Times Leader

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

60% : Individuals receiving Social Security Income (SSI) are eligible to receive a state supplement which covers the monthly payment to their provider and provides the individual with a monthly personal needs allowance.
46% : "One of the greatest challenges small businesses face today is the burden of federal regulations," Meuser said.
45% : "Since its passage, the Older Americans Act has served as the foundation for community social services for older adults -- from funding Meals on Wheels to local senior centers to home and community-based caregiving," Casey said.
43% : Once a resident moves into the home, they receive supervision, a bedroom with basic furnishings, three nutritious meals a day, assistance with personal care, laundry, medications, and transportation to non-emergency medical appointments.
34% : " However, Meuser said the current implementation of the RFA fails to protect small business interests, with agencies often treating it as a mere formality rather than a thorough analysis of regulatory impacts. To protect small businesses from excessive federal regulation, Meuser said the RFA needs to be strengthened.

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