2022 ma4 LEGISLATIVE POLICIES
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Promote funding for the Senior Growth and Development Fund
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Promote Restoration of Full MoRx Program
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Support Area Agency on Aging Funding during Appropriations Process
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Support Infrastructure Projects including Broadband and Highway Repair
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Support Workforce Development to Develop Employment Pathways in Senior Services
2022 SILVER HAIR LEGISLATIVE POLICIES
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Funding for Senior Services Growth & Development Program
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Reinstatement of Funding to Missouri RX Program
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Increase Funding for Area Agency on Aging Meals Programs
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5 % of Internet Sales Tax to Assist Area Agency on Aging Programs for Seniors
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Expand Low-Cost High-Speed Internet to Rural Areas
2022 I4A Priorities
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Developing a three-year plan of providing services with information gathered from senior adults, community leaders, and service agencies.
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Developing new services and refining existing programs to meet the needs of senior adults.
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Fostering connections between the Aging network and other agencies in order to improve senior adults access to services.
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Promoting the interests of senior adults by advocating for improved policies for new and existing programs.
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Assisting individuals 55 and older with information about training and employment opportunities.