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2025 AARP NJ Advocacy Priorities

Posted on 02/05/25 by AARP New Jersey

AARP has a long and proud history of non-partisan voter engagement. New Jersey voters aged 50 and over continue to dominate turnout across the state, consistently shaping election outcomes – especially in non-presidential elections. Voters 50 and over were 65% of the electorate in 2021 67% of in 2023 statewide.

Candidates in New Jersey who want to win should listen to older voters and address the issues that matter to them – like delivering on the promise of property tax relief through the Stay NJ program, transforming our system of long-term care, and supporting the one million New Jerseyans who help care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones.

Read more about our advocacy priorities, including:

	Health Security: Transforming our Long-Term Care System Improving Financial Transparency in Nursing Homes (S1948/A1872) Expanding Paid Family Leave Increasing Support for Family Caregivers (S2303/A1581) Expanding Small House Nursing Homes Improving Quality and Safety Incentives Bolstering the Long-Term Care Workforce Expanding Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS)
	Financial Security: Property Tax Relief, Full Pension Payments, Affordable Utilities Full Funding for Property Tax Relief Programs (ANCHOR, Senior Freeze, Stay NJ) Expanding Senior Freeze (S1756/A110) Full Funding for Pension Payments Ensuring Utilities are Affordable and Reliable
	Livable Communities: Expanding Housing Options and Affordable Housing Expanding Housing Options, Including Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - (S2347/1106/A4370)
	Implementing New Laws: RetireReady NJ, StayNJ, Prescription Drug Affordability Council and Presumptive Eligibility Full Funding for Stay NJ Property Tax Relief Program Implementing Presumptive Eligibility for Home and Community-Based Services Start-Up Funding for the Secure Choice Savings Program (RetireReady NJ) Implementing the Prescription Drug Affordability Council

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        </div><p>AARP has a long and proud history of non-partisan voter engagement. New Jersey voters aged 50 and over continue to dominate turnout across the state, consistently shaping election outcomes – especially in non-presidential elections. Voters 50 and over were 65% of the electorate in 2021 67% of in 2023 statewide.<br><br>Candidates in New Jersey who want to win should listen to older voters and address the issues that matter to them – like delivering on the promise of property tax relief through the Stay NJ program, transforming our system of long-term care, and supporting the one million New Jerseyans who help care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones.<br><br>Read more about our advocacy priorities, including:<br><br></p><table><tbody><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p>AARP has a long and proud history of non-partisan voter engagement. New Jersey voters aged 50 and over continue to dominate turnout across the state, consistently shaping election outcomes – especially in non-presidential elections. Voters 50 and over were 65% of the electorate in 2021 67% of in 2023 statewide.<br><br>Candidates in New Jersey who want to win should listen to older voters and address the issues that matter to them – like delivering on the promise of property tax relief through the Stay NJ program, transforming our system of long-term care, and supporting the one million New Jerseyans who help care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones.<br><br>Read more about our advocacy priorities, including:<br><br></p><table><tbody><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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			<header><h1 class="article-headline">2025 AARP NJ Advocacy Priorities </h1></header>	
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				Posted on 02/05/25 
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        </div><p>AARP has a long and proud history of non-partisan voter engagement. New Jersey voters aged 50 and over continue to dominate turnout across the state, consistently shaping election outcomes – especially in non-presidential elections. Voters 50 and over were 65% of the electorate in 2021 67% of in 2023 statewide.<br><br>Candidates in New Jersey who want to win should listen to older voters and address the issues that matter to them – like delivering on the promise of property tax relief through the Stay NJ program, transforming our system of long-term care, and supporting the one million New Jerseyans who help care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones.<br><br>Read more about our advocacy priorities, including:<br><br></p><table><tbody><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p>AARP has a long and proud history of non-partisan voter engagement. New Jersey voters aged 50 and over continue to dominate turnout across the state, consistently shaping election outcomes – especially in non-presidential elections. Voters 50 and over were 65% of the electorate in 2021 67% of in 2023 statewide.<br><br>Candidates in New Jersey who want to win should listen to older voters and address the issues that matter to them – like delivering on the promise of property tax relief through the Stay NJ program, transforming our system of long-term care, and supporting the one million New Jerseyans who help care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones.<br><br>Read more about our advocacy priorities, including:<br><br></p><table><tbody><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/2024-aarp-new-jersey-priorities-health-security"><b><u>Health Security: Transforming our Long-Term Care System</u></b></a></span></span><br><ul><li>Improving Financial Transparency in Nursing Homes<b> (S1948/A1872)</b></li><li>Expanding Paid Family Leave</li><li>Increasing Support for Family Caregivers <b>(S2303/A1581)</b></li><li>Expanding Small House Nursing Homes</li><li>Improving Quality and Safety Incentives</li><li>Bolstering the Long-Term Care Workforce</li><li>Expanding Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS)</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/2024-aarp-new-jersey-priorities-financial-security"><b><u>Financial Security: Property Tax Relief, Full Pension Payments, Affordable Utilities</u></b></a></span></span><br><ul><li>Full Funding for Property Tax Relief Programs (ANCHOR, Senior Freeze, Stay NJ)</li><li>Expanding Senior Freeze (S1756/A110)</li><li>Full Funding for Pension Payments</li><li>Ensuring Utilities are Affordable and Reliable</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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			<header><h1 class="article-headline">2025 AARP NJ Advocacy Priorities </h1></header>	
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				Posted on 02/05/25 
				by <b>AARP New Jersey</b>			</div>
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        </div><p>AARP has a long and proud history of non-partisan voter engagement. New Jersey voters aged 50 and over continue to dominate turnout across the state, consistently shaping election outcomes – especially in non-presidential elections. Voters 50 and over were 65% of the electorate in 2021 67% of in 2023 statewide.<br><br>Candidates in New Jersey who want to win should listen to older voters and address the issues that matter to them – like delivering on the promise of property tax relief through the Stay NJ program, transforming our system of long-term care, and supporting the one million New Jerseyans who help care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones.<br><br>Read more about our advocacy priorities, including:<br><br></p><table><tbody><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p>AARP has a long and proud history of non-partisan voter engagement. New Jersey voters aged 50 and over continue to dominate turnout across the state, consistently shaping election outcomes – especially in non-presidential elections. Voters 50 and over were 65% of the electorate in 2021 67% of in 2023 statewide.<br><br>Candidates in New Jersey who want to win should listen to older voters and address the issues that matter to them – like delivering on the promise of property tax relief through the Stay NJ program, transforming our system of long-term care, and supporting the one million New Jerseyans who help care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones.<br><br>Read more about our advocacy priorities, including:<br><br></p><table><tbody><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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			<header><h1 class="article-headline">2025 AARP NJ Advocacy Priorities </h1></header>	
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				Posted on 02/05/25 
				by <b>AARP New Jersey</b>			</div>
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        </div><p>AARP has a long and proud history of non-partisan voter engagement. New Jersey voters aged 50 and over continue to dominate turnout across the state, consistently shaping election outcomes – especially in non-presidential elections. Voters 50 and over were 65% of the electorate in 2021 67% of in 2023 statewide.<br><br>Candidates in New Jersey who want to win should listen to older voters and address the issues that matter to them – like delivering on the promise of property tax relief through the Stay NJ program, transforming our system of long-term care, and supporting the one million New Jerseyans who help care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones.<br><br>Read more about our advocacy priorities, including:<br><br></p><table><tbody><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/2024-aarp-new-jersey-priorities-health-security"><b><u>Health Security: Transforming our Long-Term Care System</u></b></a></span></span><br><ul><li>Improving Financial Transparency in Nursing Homes<b> (S1948/A1872)</b></li><li>Expanding Paid Family Leave</li><li>Increasing Support for Family Caregivers <b>(S2303/A1581)</b></li><li>Expanding Small House Nursing Homes</li><li>Improving Quality and Safety Incentives</li><li>Bolstering the Long-Term Care Workforce</li><li>Expanding Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS)</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/2024-aarp-new-jersey-priorities-financial-security"><b><u>Financial Security: Property Tax Relief, Full Pension Payments, Affordable Utilities</u></b></a></span></span><br><ul><li>Full Funding for Property Tax Relief Programs (ANCHOR, Senior Freeze, Stay NJ)</li><li>Expanding Senior Freeze (S1756/A110)</li><li>Full Funding for Pension Payments</li><li>Ensuring Utilities are Affordable and Reliable</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/2024-aarp-new-jersey-advocacy-priorities-livable-communities"><b><u>Livable Communities: Expanding Housing Options and Affordable Housing</u></b></a></span></span><br><ul><li>Expanding Housing Options, Including Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - <b>(S2347/1106/A4370)</b></li></ul></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/2024-aarp-new-jersey-priorities-implementing-new-laws-that-support-njs-50"><b><u>Implementing New Laws: RetireReady NJ, StayNJ, Prescription Drug Affordability Council and Presumptive Eligibility</u></b></a></span></span><br><ul><li>Full Funding for Stay NJ Property Tax Relief Program</li><li>Implementing Presumptive Eligibility for Home and Community-Based Services</li><li>Start-Up Funding for the Secure Choice Savings Program (RetireReady NJ)</li><li>Implementing the Prescription Drug Affordability Council</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table><p><b><u>Related Articles:</u></b><br></p><ul><li><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/get-to-know-the-aarp-new-jersey-staff"><i><u>About Us: Meet the AARP NJ Team</u></i></a></span></span></li></ul><ol start="1"></ol></div>
    
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        </div><p>AARP has a long and proud history of non-partisan voter engagement. New Jersey voters aged 50 and over continue to dominate turnout across the state, consistently shaping election outcomes – especially in non-presidential elections. Voters 50 and over were 65% of the electorate in 2021 67% of in 2023 statewide.<br><br>Candidates in New Jersey who want to win should listen to older voters and address the issues that matter to them – like delivering on the promise of property tax relief through the Stay NJ program, transforming our system of long-term care, and supporting the one million New Jerseyans who help care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones.<br><br>Read more about our advocacy priorities, including:<br><br></p><table><tbody><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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			<header><h1 class="article-headline">2025 AARP NJ Advocacy Priorities </h1></header>	
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				Posted on 02/05/25 
				by <b>AARP New Jersey</b>			</div>
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        </div><p>AARP has a long and proud history of non-partisan voter engagement. New Jersey voters aged 50 and over continue to dominate turnout across the state, consistently shaping election outcomes – especially in non-presidential elections. Voters 50 and over were 65% of the electorate in 2021 67% of in 2023 statewide.<br><br>Candidates in New Jersey who want to win should listen to older voters and address the issues that matter to them – like delivering on the promise of property tax relief through the Stay NJ program, transforming our system of long-term care, and supporting the one million New Jerseyans who help care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones.<br><br>Read more about our advocacy priorities, including:<br><br></p><table><tbody><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/2024-aarp-new-jersey-priorities-health-security"><b><u>Health Security: Transforming our Long-Term Care System</u></b></a></span></span><br><ul><li>Improving Financial Transparency in Nursing Homes<b> (S1948/A1872)</b></li><li>Expanding Paid Family Leave</li><li>Increasing Support for Family Caregivers <b>(S2303/A1581)</b></li><li>Expanding Small House Nursing Homes</li><li>Improving Quality and Safety Incentives</li><li>Bolstering the Long-Term Care Workforce</li><li>Expanding Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS)</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/2024-aarp-new-jersey-advocacy-priorities-livable-communities"><b><u>Livable Communities: Expanding Housing Options and Affordable Housing</u></b></a></span></span><br><ul><li>Expanding Housing Options, Including Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - <b>(S2347/1106/A4370)</b></li></ul></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p>AARP has a long and proud history of non-partisan voter engagement. New Jersey voters aged 50 and over continue to dominate turnout across the state, consistently shaping election outcomes – especially in non-presidential elections. Voters 50 and over were 65% of the electorate in 2021 67% of in 2023 statewide.<br><br>Candidates in New Jersey who want to win should listen to older voters and address the issues that matter to them – like delivering on the promise of property tax relief through the Stay NJ program, transforming our system of long-term care, and supporting the one million New Jerseyans who help care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones.<br><br>Read more about our advocacy priorities, including:<br><br></p><table><tbody><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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			<header><h1 class="article-headline">2025 AARP NJ Advocacy Priorities </h1></header>	
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				Posted on 02/05/25 
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        </div><p>AARP has a long and proud history of non-partisan voter engagement. New Jersey voters aged 50 and over continue to dominate turnout across the state, consistently shaping election outcomes – especially in non-presidential elections. Voters 50 and over were 65% of the electorate in 2021 67% of in 2023 statewide.<br><br>Candidates in New Jersey who want to win should listen to older voters and address the issues that matter to them – like delivering on the promise of property tax relief through the Stay NJ program, transforming our system of long-term care, and supporting the one million New Jerseyans who help care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones.<br><br>Read more about our advocacy priorities, including:<br><br></p><table><tbody><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/2024-aarp-new-jersey-priorities-health-security"><b><u>Health Security: Transforming our Long-Term Care System</u></b></a></span></span><br><ul><li>Improving Financial Transparency in Nursing Homes<b> (S1948/A1872)</b></li><li>Expanding Paid Family Leave</li><li>Increasing Support for Family Caregivers <b>(S2303/A1581)</b></li><li>Expanding Small House Nursing Homes</li><li>Improving Quality and Safety Incentives</li><li>Bolstering the Long-Term Care Workforce</li><li>Expanding Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS)</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p>AARP has a long and proud history of non-partisan voter engagement. New Jersey voters aged 50 and over continue to dominate turnout across the state, consistently shaping election outcomes – especially in non-presidential elections. Voters 50 and over were 65% of the electorate in 2021 67% of in 2023 statewide.<br><br>Candidates in New Jersey who want to win should listen to older voters and address the issues that matter to them – like delivering on the promise of property tax relief through the Stay NJ program, transforming our system of long-term care, and supporting the one million New Jerseyans who help care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones.<br><br>Read more about our advocacy priorities, including:<br><br></p><table><tbody><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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