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Sen. Richard Blumenthal introduced S. 1904 on July 30, 201It has since been referred to the Committee on Finance.."A New and Rising Price Tag for Trump's Wall: .6 Billion," Jonathan Weisman, The New York Times, February 10, 201"The Wall Should Be Paid For," Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, January 30, 201Summary of the Sequester Offset Solutions Plan, Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, September 16, 2015..Action on Capitol Hill this week has been limited as Congress re-convenes on January 17th. Meanwhile, members of the payroll tax Congressional Conference Committee were named, while the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services announced a plan for increased efficiency and savings..Eye exams, eye glasses, and contact lenses..Here's how one TSCL-backed proposal the Social Security 2100 Act would restore the program's solvency through the next century while strengthening benefits for older Americans..It's important for people planning retirement to learn the age in which you would "break even" for taking benefits earlier than age 70 - which is helpful in determining your optimal age to retire - and how much more you would get if you worked a few more years..TSCL Announces Support for New Bill.Since the Social Security Administration announced the 2013 benefit boost last fall, fuel, food and healthcare costs have steadily climbed. U.S. households that heat with oil are expected to pay nearly 20 percent more this winter compared to last year. Homes that rely on oil heat will pay an average of 7 more this winter according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.."The world's biggest drug makers and their trade groups have cut checks to 356 lawmakers ahead of this year's election - more than two-thirds of the sitting members of Congress, according to a new STAT analysis.

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The Senior Citizens League supports legislation that would provide a more fair and adequate COLA and is seeking input from the public. To participate in a survey about Social Security and Medicare, visit..As I head toward the kitchen with the soda, a vase of flowers on the window ledge catches my eye--they need water..When it comes to the quality of everyday life for seniors, one of the most important variables is access to prescription drugs. Many folks take them every day without a second thought. But what if you could no longer afford these important medications, or, if you had to choose between them and other necessities like food or rent? Even slight price increases can create real financial burdens for many seniors and their families. Unfortunately, the price of prescription drugs has been on the rise over the last several years and that doesn't seem to be slowing down. And a big part of the reason is underhanded collusion by some drug companies themselves. Drug manufacturers have figured out a way to beat the system and guarantee money in their pockets at your expense. … Continued

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them completed about 30 days BEFORE the annual fall Medicare Part D Open.Obesity and diseases related to it, such as diabetes, have also been shown to be high risk factors for negative outcomes for those who contract the coronavirus..Caregiving, however, is a huge commitment in time and financial resources for the caregiver, who often has to take time off from work, and give up his or her own retirement savings to provide care for others. Although Susan's mom receives Railroad Retirement benefits and has a small savings to reimburse Susan for expenses, Andrew, who is too disabled to ever have ever worked, is dependent on Medicaid and receives only a modest monthly Social Security disability benefit of just Susan and her husband cover all the rest of Andrew's expenses - housing, food, uncovered medical expenses, transportation, clothing, and anything else. … Continued