House codifies 'Longevity Ready Maryland' plan, expands commission on aging Lawmakers voted to codify the Longevity Ready Maryland executive order, expanding the Commission on Aging from about 11 to 20 members and broadening stakeholder representation. Debate focused on removing an explicit numerical guarantee of seats reserved for older adults and on the commission’s composition.

Maryland just took a bold step in aging policy by passing a bill that expands its Commission on Aging and redefines how we view our older population.

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Finance Committee hears plan to prepare Maryland for longer lives; agency to seek law codifying framework The Maryland Department of Aging briefed the Finance Committee on its 10-year Longevity Ready Maryland plan and said it will propose legislation to codify the framework; members asked about housing, caregiver supports, workforce strategies and long waiver delays.

Maryland is taking a groundbreaking step with its "Longevity Ready Maryland" plan, aiming to create a supportive ecosystem for its aging population over the next decade.

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Maryland Senate Bill 212 consolidates aging services and repeals outdated programs Maryland's Senate Bill 212 repeals certain senior housing programs and consolidates aging services.

Maryland's Senate Bill 212 is set to revolutionize elder care by consolidating services and empowering communities to better support older adults in the face of modern challenges.

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Senate passes bill 228 to enhance aging services and modernize programs Senate approves bill 212 to reorganize and modernize aging services programs for older adults.

Maryland just took a monumental step towards modernizing aging services with the unanimous approval of Senate Bill 228, promising a brighter future for older adults in the community.

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