- Press releases from: November 2023
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Braun calls on NLRB to reconsider joint employer rule that would harm seniors
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASENovember 20, 2023 Braun calls on NLRB to reconsider joint employer rule that would harm seniors WASHINGTON – Last Friday, Senators Mike Braun, Tim Scott, Marco... -
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Casey Holds Hearing on Role of Artificial Intelligence in Frauds and Scams
At hearing, Casey released annual Aging Committee Fraud Book Hearing featured testimony from Pennsylvania AI-scam victim, as well as video where additional victims shared their... -
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Braun: “If we do not embrace AI, we won’t be able to counter it”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 16, 2023 Braun: “If we do not embrace AI, we won’t be able to counter it” WASHINGTON—Today, Sen. Mike Braun, Ranking Member of the U.S. Special... -
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Casey Applauds Efforts to Increase Transparency of Nursing Home Ownership
New Biden Administration rule requires nursing homes to report ownership to Medicare agency Rule will shine light on private equity ownership of nursing homes, which is associated... -
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Casey, Wyden Lead Letter Urging Medicare Agency to Adopt Stronger Nursing Home Staffing Standard
New rule announced in September establishes minimum staffing requirements for nursing homes Casey, Wyden have long called for nursing home staffing minimums Washington, D.C. -... - Press releases from: October 2023
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Braun: Patients deserve a promising pathway at the FDA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 26, 2023 Braun: Patients deserve a promising pathway at the FDA WASHINGTON—Today, Sen. Mike Braun, Ranking Member of the U.S. Special Committee on... -
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Casey, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Bolster Home Care Workforce
In a 2022 report, over 70 percent of direct service providers reported they cannot fill staffing vacancies for home care As a result, 83 percent of providers said they turn away... -
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“We must secure America’s future in agriculture” Braun releases report on aging farmers
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 19, 2023 “We must secure America’s future in agriculture” Braun releases report on aging farmers WASHINGTON—Today, U.S. Senate Special Committee on... -
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Share Your Story With Congress
Have you or a loved one been affected by a rare, progressive, or similar serious disease? Senator Braun, Ranking Member of the Senate Special Committee on Aging, will be holding a... -
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Casey Urges Medicaid Agency to Crack Down on Health Insurers Who Harm Patients by Denying Coverage of Medically Necessary Care
More than 67 million Americans receive Medicaid coverage from a managed care organization (MCO) In letter, Casey raises concerns about health insurance companies routinely denying... - Press releases from: September 2023
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Casey, Blumenthal, Klobuchar, Schakowsky Urge Companies to Ensure All New Furniture for Sale Complies with New Tip-over Rules
New rules from Casey’s STURDY Act require furniture to meet safety and stability requirements before being sold In letter, members compel manufacturers to ensure all furniture... -
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Sen. Braun’s opening remarks on ensuring government technology is accessible
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 21, 2023 Sen. Braun’s opening remarks on ensuring government technology is accessible WASHINGTON—Today, Sen. Mike Braun, Ranking Member of the U.S.... -
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Casey Introduces Bill to Expand Health Care Access to Every Child
Pandemic-era expansion of Medicaid and CHIP increased children’s enrollment by 11 percent The Medicaid for Every Child Act would ensure that every American child is automatically... -
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Casey, Brown, Wyden Probe Real Estate Company Over Allegations of Predatory Business Practices
Court documents allege MV Realty’s “Homeowner Benefit Program”(HBP) misleads and unfairly targets older adults, people of color, and people with disabilities In letter, Chairman... -
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Casey-led Legislation to Prevent Furniture Tip-Over Injury and Death Takes Effect
Since 2000, more than 470 U.S. children have died from furniture tip-over accidents Casey-led STURDY Act passed last December, goes into effect today Parents should... -
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Casey Applauds New Proposed Rule Promoting Safety of Nursing Home Residents
Casey sent letter encouraging CMS to adopt staffing minimums in February Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) applauded a new Biden Administration proposed rule... -
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Casey Introduces Bill to Expand Social Security Benefits
Currently, widows, widowers, and surviving divorced spouses face disproportionately high rates of poverty and unnecessary and burdensome hurdles to access Social Security... - Press releases from: August 2023
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WATCH: Senator Braun, “Older workers play a critical role in our economy”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 30, 2023 WATCH: Senator Braun, “Older workers play a critical role in our economy” Watch here | Download here INDIANAPOLIS - On Tuesday, August 22,... -
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Senator Braun to Hold Aging Committee Hearing in Indianapolis on Economic Challenges and Opportunities for Older Americans
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 16, 2023 MEDIA ADVISORY: Senator Braun to Hold Aging Committee Hearing in Indianapolis on Economic Challenges and Opportunities for Older... -
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Casey, Lankford Lead Letter Urging Senate Leadership to Save Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospitals from Cuts
Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) program offsets costs for hospitals that provide care to large numbers of Medicaid patients If no action is taken before October 1,...
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