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CA AB2636
Bill
Status
8/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Jasmeet Bains
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AI Summary
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Replaces terminology throughout the Mello-Granlund Older Californians Act from "senior" to "older adult" and updates findings and declarations with current statistics on California's aging population, projected to increase by 4 million people by 2030.
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Updates the California Department of Aging's mission and responsibilities to coordinate services for older adults and people with disabilities, including maintaining a clearinghouse of information and providing referral services.
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Repeals obsolete provisions including the Senior Center Bond Act of 1984, Section 9541.5 regarding health care service plan fees, and Chapter 9 (Senior Center Bond Act).
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Establishes new legislative findings on housing insecurity, volunteerism, and LGBT older adults' unique needs, and renames the "Senior Housing Information and Support Center" provisions while maintaining clearinghouse functions.
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Updates chapter and article headings from "Senior" to "Older Adult" terminology, including renaming Chapter 10.5 and Article 2 to "Older Adult Wellness Program."
Legislative Description
Mello-Granlund Older Californians Act.
Last Action
Held at Desk.
8/15/2024