With 2025 almost here, Connecticut organizations are preparing for the next legislative session.
The 2025 session will not be as short as the one in 2024 and after some committee shortcomings, there is growing hope more legislation will be passed to help the state’s older residents. AARP Connecticut said it will target topics like predatory lending, making utilities more affordable and improving nursing home care.
Nora Duncan, state director of AARP Connecticut, said they want to focus on ‘pocketbook issues.’
“We need to fight for the priorities that can impact the most amount of people to help reduce their cost of living to make Connecticut a great place for people to live, age and retire,” Duncan contended.
The latest ALICE update found salaries for most Connecticut jobs do not pay enough for monthly expenses like rent and utilities. ALICE stands for “Asset Limited, Income Constrained and Employed,” referring to those who are working but still cannot cover their bills.
