Passed on 2026-05-21
Resolution · 119th Congress · SRES 749
A resolution designating May 2026 as "Older Americans Month".
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Introduced 2026-05-21Topic: social services · health careSummary
AI-generated summary, report an errorThis Senate resolution names May 2026 as "Older Americans Month." It notes that the number of people in the United States age 65 or older has grown from about 17.8 million in 1963 to more than 64.6 million in 2025, and lists federal programs older people use, such as Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, and the Older Americans Act. The resolution encourages people in the United States to publicly recognize older individuals' achievements and to create chances for them to share their skills with younger generations. It does not create new programs or spend money.
Sponsors
- Rick Scott Republican sponsor
- 8 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-21 | Senate | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2452; text: CR S2446) | |
| 2026-05-21 | Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2452; text: CR S2446) | floor pass |