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Federal Advocacy Updates - January 2025

Posted on 01/14/25

The AARP Indiana team is off and running in 2025! To kickoff the year, volunteers and staff met with Senator Todd Young and Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act. Read on for more information about the Credit for Caring Act and how their meetings went.

Credit for Caring Act

The Credit for Caring Act (S. 3702/H.R. 3321) is a non-refundable federal tax credit (up to $5,000) for working family caregivers. The bill offsets out-of-pocket caregiving costs, which average $7,200 annually. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, home health aide services, home modifications, assistive technology, transportation costs, and adult day services. It applies to 30% of eligible caregiving expenses over $2,000.

If you are interested in reading more about the Credit for Caring Act you can use the links below to access the Congress website.

S. 3702 Link
H.R. 7165 Link

You can also read more about the role AARP is playing during the 119th Congress here.

Senator Todd Young - January 8, 2025

AARP Indiana staff and volunteers met virtually with Senator Todd Young to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 8^th, 2025. Senator Young sits on the Senate Finance Committee and will have a hand in crafting the tax legislative package that will likely take shape in a budget reconciliation bill.

It was shared with Senator Young that an estimated 790,000 Hoosier family caregivers provide approximately $10.8 billion in unpaid labor every year. AARP Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench volunteers, Steve Ironmonger and Robyn Grant, were present during the meeting and they shared their personal caregiving stories, which the Senator appreciated.

AARP Indiana State Director, Sarah Waddle highlighted the importance of preventing individuals from resorting to long-term care settings prematurely and keeping people in their homes and communities, where they want to be.

Senator Young was receptive to the bill and feels it stands a good chance for inclusion in any budget reconciliation legislation, depending on the financing and eligibility criteria. He also agreed on the importance of keeping people in their homes and communities.

At the close of the meeting, Senator Young praised AARP Indiana for its trusted and thorough research on such issues.

Congressman Yakym - January 10, 2025

Emily Gorman, Addison Pollock, and volunteer Hosea Drake met with Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 10^th, 2025. As a member of the Ways and Means Committee, Congressman Yakym will have a say in the forthcoming budget reconciliation bill, which is expected to center around tax relief and other related matters.

Congressman Yakym was knowledgeable about the bill and asked clarifying questions about the tax credit's mechanics, as well as its Congressional Budget Office (CBO) score. He shared insights into his role on the Ways and Means Committee and the committee's discussions on bills such as the Credit for Caring Act.

Overall, Congressman Yakym had a positive outlook about supporting caregivers and was open to continued dialogue on the matter of including such language in a larger budget reconciliation bill.

Volunteer Shout Outs

Big thanks to Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench (FAB) volunteers, Hosea Drake, Robyn Grant, and Steve Ironmonger for attending these outreach meetings with Congressman Yakym and Senator Young. All three volunteers shared their personal caregiving stories, which is no easy task as they provide glimpses into personal and family experiences. Their testimonials, paired with AARP research on the Credit for Caring Act, resonated greatly and demonstrated the need for the passage of such a bill.

We cannot thank the volunteers enough for their meaningful contributions!

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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>The AARP Indiana team is off and running in 2025! To kickoff the year, volunteers and staff met with Senator Todd Young and Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act. Read on for more information about the Credit for Caring Act and how their meetings went.<br><br><b>Credit for Caring Act</b><br><br>The Credit for Caring Act (S. 3702/H.R. 3321) is a non-refundable federal tax credit (up to $5,000) for working family caregivers. The bill offsets out-of-pocket caregiving costs, which average $7,200 annually. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, home health aide services, home modifications, assistive technology, transportation costs, and adult day services. It applies to 30% of eligible caregiving expenses over $2,000.<br><br>If you are interested in reading more about the Credit for Caring Act you can use the links below to access the Congress website. <br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3702" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">S. 3702</a></span></span> Link<br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7165" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">H.R. 7165</a></span></span> Link <br><br>You can also read more about the role AARP is playing during the 119th Congress <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/financial-legal/info-2024/credit-caring-act.html#:~:text=AARP%20will%20continue%20advocating%20for,bit%20easier%2C%E2%80%9D%20LeaMond%20says." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><b>Senator Todd Young - January 8, 2025</b><br><br>AARP Indiana staff and volunteers met virtually with Senator Todd Young to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 8<sup>th</sup>, 2025. Senator Young sits on the Senate Finance Committee and will have a hand in crafting the tax legislative package that will likely take shape in a budget reconciliation bill.<br><br>It was shared with Senator Young that an estimated 790,000 Hoosier family caregivers provide approximately $10.8 billion in unpaid labor every year. AARP Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench volunteers, Steve Ironmonger and Robyn Grant, were present during the meeting and they shared their personal caregiving stories, which the Senator appreciated.<br><br>AARP Indiana State Director, Sarah Waddle highlighted the importance of preventing individuals from resorting to long-term care settings prematurely and keeping people in their homes and communities, where they want to be.<br><br>Senator Young was receptive to the bill and feels it stands a good chance for inclusion in any budget reconciliation legislation, depending on the financing and eligibility criteria. He also agreed on the importance of keeping people in their homes and communities.<br><br>At the close of the meeting, Senator Young praised AARP Indiana for its trusted and thorough research on such issues.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Congressman Yakym - January 10, 2025</b><br><br>Emily Gorman, Addison Pollock, and volunteer Hosea Drake met with Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 10<sup>th</sup>, 2025. As a member of the Ways and Means Committee, Congressman Yakym will have a say in the forthcoming budget reconciliation bill, which is expected to center around tax relief and other related matters.<br><br>Congressman Yakym was knowledgeable about the bill and asked clarifying questions about the tax credit's mechanics, as well as its Congressional Budget Office (CBO) score. He shared insights into his role on the Ways and Means Committee and the committee's discussions on bills such as the Credit for Caring Act.<br><br>Overall, Congressman Yakym had a positive outlook about supporting caregivers and was open to continued dialogue on the matter of including such language in a larger budget reconciliation bill.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Volunteer Shout Outs</b><br><br>Big thanks to Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench (FAB) volunteers, Hosea Drake, Robyn Grant, and Steve Ironmonger for attending these outreach meetings with Congressman Yakym and Senator Young. All three volunteers shared their personal caregiving stories, which is no easy task as they provide glimpses into personal and family experiences. Their testimonials, paired with AARP research on the Credit for Caring Act, resonated greatly and demonstrated the need for the passage of such a bill.<br><br>We cannot thank the volunteers enough for their meaningful contributions!<br><br>Be sure to follow AARP Indiana on their social media pages to stay up-to-date!<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPIndiana/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://x.com/AARPIndiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">X</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/@aarpindiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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		<p><i>This story is provided by AARP Indiana. Visit the <a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/indiana/" target="_blank">AARP Indiana</a> page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.</i></p>
	
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>The AARP Indiana team is off and running in 2025! To kickoff the year, volunteers and staff met with Senator Todd Young and Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act. Read on for more information about the Credit for Caring Act and how their meetings went.<br><br><b>Credit for Caring Act</b><br><br>The Credit for Caring Act (S. 3702/H.R. 3321) is a non-refundable federal tax credit (up to $5,000) for working family caregivers. The bill offsets out-of-pocket caregiving costs, which average $7,200 annually. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, home health aide services, home modifications, assistive technology, transportation costs, and adult day services. It applies to 30% of eligible caregiving expenses over $2,000.<br><br>If you are interested in reading more about the Credit for Caring Act you can use the links below to access the Congress website. <br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3702" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">S. 3702</a></span></span> Link<br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7165" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">H.R. 7165</a></span></span> Link <br><br>You can also read more about the role AARP is playing during the 119th Congress <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/financial-legal/info-2024/credit-caring-act.html#:~:text=AARP%20will%20continue%20advocating%20for,bit%20easier%2C%E2%80%9D%20LeaMond%20says." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><b>Senator Todd Young - January 8, 2025</b><br><br>AARP Indiana staff and volunteers met virtually with Senator Todd Young to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 8<sup>th</sup>, 2025. Senator Young sits on the Senate Finance Committee and will have a hand in crafting the tax legislative package that will likely take shape in a budget reconciliation bill.<br><br>It was shared with Senator Young that an estimated 790,000 Hoosier family caregivers provide approximately $10.8 billion in unpaid labor every year. AARP Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench volunteers, Steve Ironmonger and Robyn Grant, were present during the meeting and they shared their personal caregiving stories, which the Senator appreciated.<br><br>AARP Indiana State Director, Sarah Waddle highlighted the importance of preventing individuals from resorting to long-term care settings prematurely and keeping people in their homes and communities, where they want to be.<br><br>Senator Young was receptive to the bill and feels it stands a good chance for inclusion in any budget reconciliation legislation, depending on the financing and eligibility criteria. He also agreed on the importance of keeping people in their homes and communities.<br><br>At the close of the meeting, Senator Young praised AARP Indiana for its trusted and thorough research on such issues.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Congressman Yakym - January 10, 2025</b><br><br>Emily Gorman, Addison Pollock, and volunteer Hosea Drake met with Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 10<sup>th</sup>, 2025. As a member of the Ways and Means Committee, Congressman Yakym will have a say in the forthcoming budget reconciliation bill, which is expected to center around tax relief and other related matters.<br><br>Congressman Yakym was knowledgeable about the bill and asked clarifying questions about the tax credit's mechanics, as well as its Congressional Budget Office (CBO) score. He shared insights into his role on the Ways and Means Committee and the committee's discussions on bills such as the Credit for Caring Act.<br><br>Overall, Congressman Yakym had a positive outlook about supporting caregivers and was open to continued dialogue on the matter of including such language in a larger budget reconciliation bill.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Volunteer Shout Outs</b><br><br>Big thanks to Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench (FAB) volunteers, Hosea Drake, Robyn Grant, and Steve Ironmonger for attending these outreach meetings with Congressman Yakym and Senator Young. All three volunteers shared their personal caregiving stories, which is no easy task as they provide glimpses into personal and family experiences. Their testimonials, paired with AARP research on the Credit for Caring Act, resonated greatly and demonstrated the need for the passage of such a bill.<br><br>We cannot thank the volunteers enough for their meaningful contributions!<br><br>Be sure to follow AARP Indiana on their social media pages to stay up-to-date!<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPIndiana/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://x.com/AARPIndiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">X</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/@aarpindiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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		<p><i>This story is provided by AARP Indiana. Visit the <a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/indiana/" target="_blank">AARP Indiana</a> page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.</i></p>
	
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>The AARP Indiana team is off and running in 2025! To kickoff the year, volunteers and staff met with Senator Todd Young and Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act. Read on for more information about the Credit for Caring Act and how their meetings went.<br><br><b>Credit for Caring Act</b><br><br>The Credit for Caring Act (S. 3702/H.R. 3321) is a non-refundable federal tax credit (up to $5,000) for working family caregivers. The bill offsets out-of-pocket caregiving costs, which average $7,200 annually. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, home health aide services, home modifications, assistive technology, transportation costs, and adult day services. It applies to 30% of eligible caregiving expenses over $2,000.<br><br>If you are interested in reading more about the Credit for Caring Act you can use the links below to access the Congress website. <br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3702" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">S. 3702</a></span></span> Link<br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7165" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">H.R. 7165</a></span></span> Link <br><br>You can also read more about the role AARP is playing during the 119th Congress <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/financial-legal/info-2024/credit-caring-act.html#:~:text=AARP%20will%20continue%20advocating%20for,bit%20easier%2C%E2%80%9D%20LeaMond%20says." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><b>Senator Todd Young - January 8, 2025</b><br><br>AARP Indiana staff and volunteers met virtually with Senator Todd Young to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 8<sup>th</sup>, 2025. Senator Young sits on the Senate Finance Committee and will have a hand in crafting the tax legislative package that will likely take shape in a budget reconciliation bill.<br><br>It was shared with Senator Young that an estimated 790,000 Hoosier family caregivers provide approximately $10.8 billion in unpaid labor every year. AARP Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench volunteers, Steve Ironmonger and Robyn Grant, were present during the meeting and they shared their personal caregiving stories, which the Senator appreciated.<br><br>AARP Indiana State Director, Sarah Waddle highlighted the importance of preventing individuals from resorting to long-term care settings prematurely and keeping people in their homes and communities, where they want to be.<br><br>Senator Young was receptive to the bill and feels it stands a good chance for inclusion in any budget reconciliation legislation, depending on the financing and eligibility criteria. He also agreed on the importance of keeping people in their homes and communities.<br><br>At the close of the meeting, Senator Young praised AARP Indiana for its trusted and thorough research on such issues.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Congressman Yakym - January 10, 2025</b><br><br>Emily Gorman, Addison Pollock, and volunteer Hosea Drake met with Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 10<sup>th</sup>, 2025. As a member of the Ways and Means Committee, Congressman Yakym will have a say in the forthcoming budget reconciliation bill, which is expected to center around tax relief and other related matters.<br><br>Congressman Yakym was knowledgeable about the bill and asked clarifying questions about the tax credit's mechanics, as well as its Congressional Budget Office (CBO) score. He shared insights into his role on the Ways and Means Committee and the committee's discussions on bills such as the Credit for Caring Act.<br><br>Overall, Congressman Yakym had a positive outlook about supporting caregivers and was open to continued dialogue on the matter of including such language in a larger budget reconciliation bill.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Volunteer Shout Outs</b><br><br>Big thanks to Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench (FAB) volunteers, Hosea Drake, Robyn Grant, and Steve Ironmonger for attending these outreach meetings with Congressman Yakym and Senator Young. All three volunteers shared their personal caregiving stories, which is no easy task as they provide glimpses into personal and family experiences. Their testimonials, paired with AARP research on the Credit for Caring Act, resonated greatly and demonstrated the need for the passage of such a bill.<br><br>We cannot thank the volunteers enough for their meaningful contributions!<br><br>Be sure to follow AARP Indiana on their social media pages to stay up-to-date!<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPIndiana/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://x.com/AARPIndiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">X</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/@aarpindiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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		<p><i>This story is provided by AARP Indiana. Visit the <a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/indiana/" target="_blank">AARP Indiana</a> page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.</i></p>
	
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>The AARP Indiana team is off and running in 2025! To kickoff the year, volunteers and staff met with Senator Todd Young and Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act. Read on for more information about the Credit for Caring Act and how their meetings went.<br><br><b>Credit for Caring Act</b><br><br>The Credit for Caring Act (S. 3702/H.R. 3321) is a non-refundable federal tax credit (up to $5,000) for working family caregivers. The bill offsets out-of-pocket caregiving costs, which average $7,200 annually. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, home health aide services, home modifications, assistive technology, transportation costs, and adult day services. It applies to 30% of eligible caregiving expenses over $2,000.<br><br>If you are interested in reading more about the Credit for Caring Act you can use the links below to access the Congress website. <br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3702" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">S. 3702</a></span></span> Link<br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7165" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">H.R. 7165</a></span></span> Link <br><br>You can also read more about the role AARP is playing during the 119th Congress <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/financial-legal/info-2024/credit-caring-act.html#:~:text=AARP%20will%20continue%20advocating%20for,bit%20easier%2C%E2%80%9D%20LeaMond%20says." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><b>Senator Todd Young - January 8, 2025</b><br><br>AARP Indiana staff and volunteers met virtually with Senator Todd Young to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 8<sup>th</sup>, 2025. Senator Young sits on the Senate Finance Committee and will have a hand in crafting the tax legislative package that will likely take shape in a budget reconciliation bill.<br><br>It was shared with Senator Young that an estimated 790,000 Hoosier family caregivers provide approximately $10.8 billion in unpaid labor every year. AARP Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench volunteers, Steve Ironmonger and Robyn Grant, were present during the meeting and they shared their personal caregiving stories, which the Senator appreciated.<br><br>AARP Indiana State Director, Sarah Waddle highlighted the importance of preventing individuals from resorting to long-term care settings prematurely and keeping people in their homes and communities, where they want to be.<br><br>Senator Young was receptive to the bill and feels it stands a good chance for inclusion in any budget reconciliation legislation, depending on the financing and eligibility criteria. He also agreed on the importance of keeping people in their homes and communities.<br><br>At the close of the meeting, Senator Young praised AARP Indiana for its trusted and thorough research on such issues.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Congressman Yakym - January 10, 2025</b><br><br>Emily Gorman, Addison Pollock, and volunteer Hosea Drake met with Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 10<sup>th</sup>, 2025. As a member of the Ways and Means Committee, Congressman Yakym will have a say in the forthcoming budget reconciliation bill, which is expected to center around tax relief and other related matters.<br><br>Congressman Yakym was knowledgeable about the bill and asked clarifying questions about the tax credit's mechanics, as well as its Congressional Budget Office (CBO) score. He shared insights into his role on the Ways and Means Committee and the committee's discussions on bills such as the Credit for Caring Act.<br><br>Overall, Congressman Yakym had a positive outlook about supporting caregivers and was open to continued dialogue on the matter of including such language in a larger budget reconciliation bill.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Volunteer Shout Outs</b><br><br>Big thanks to Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench (FAB) volunteers, Hosea Drake, Robyn Grant, and Steve Ironmonger for attending these outreach meetings with Congressman Yakym and Senator Young. All three volunteers shared their personal caregiving stories, which is no easy task as they provide glimpses into personal and family experiences. Their testimonials, paired with AARP research on the Credit for Caring Act, resonated greatly and demonstrated the need for the passage of such a bill.<br><br>We cannot thank the volunteers enough for their meaningful contributions!<br><br>Be sure to follow AARP Indiana on their social media pages to stay up-to-date!<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPIndiana/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://x.com/AARPIndiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">X</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/@aarpindiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>The AARP Indiana team is off and running in 2025! To kickoff the year, volunteers and staff met with Senator Todd Young and Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act. Read on for more information about the Credit for Caring Act and how their meetings went.<br><br><b>Credit for Caring Act</b><br><br>The Credit for Caring Act (S. 3702/H.R. 3321) is a non-refundable federal tax credit (up to $5,000) for working family caregivers. The bill offsets out-of-pocket caregiving costs, which average $7,200 annually. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, home health aide services, home modifications, assistive technology, transportation costs, and adult day services. It applies to 30% of eligible caregiving expenses over $2,000.<br><br>If you are interested in reading more about the Credit for Caring Act you can use the links below to access the Congress website. <br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3702" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">S. 3702</a></span></span> Link<br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7165" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">H.R. 7165</a></span></span> Link <br><br>You can also read more about the role AARP is playing during the 119th Congress <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/financial-legal/info-2024/credit-caring-act.html#:~:text=AARP%20will%20continue%20advocating%20for,bit%20easier%2C%E2%80%9D%20LeaMond%20says." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><b>Senator Todd Young - January 8, 2025</b><br><br>AARP Indiana staff and volunteers met virtually with Senator Todd Young to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 8<sup>th</sup>, 2025. Senator Young sits on the Senate Finance Committee and will have a hand in crafting the tax legislative package that will likely take shape in a budget reconciliation bill.<br><br>It was shared with Senator Young that an estimated 790,000 Hoosier family caregivers provide approximately $10.8 billion in unpaid labor every year. AARP Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench volunteers, Steve Ironmonger and Robyn Grant, were present during the meeting and they shared their personal caregiving stories, which the Senator appreciated.<br><br>AARP Indiana State Director, Sarah Waddle highlighted the importance of preventing individuals from resorting to long-term care settings prematurely and keeping people in their homes and communities, where they want to be.<br><br>Senator Young was receptive to the bill and feels it stands a good chance for inclusion in any budget reconciliation legislation, depending on the financing and eligibility criteria. He also agreed on the importance of keeping people in their homes and communities.<br><br>At the close of the meeting, Senator Young praised AARP Indiana for its trusted and thorough research on such issues.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Congressman Yakym - January 10, 2025</b><br><br>Emily Gorman, Addison Pollock, and volunteer Hosea Drake met with Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 10<sup>th</sup>, 2025. As a member of the Ways and Means Committee, Congressman Yakym will have a say in the forthcoming budget reconciliation bill, which is expected to center around tax relief and other related matters.<br><br>Congressman Yakym was knowledgeable about the bill and asked clarifying questions about the tax credit's mechanics, as well as its Congressional Budget Office (CBO) score. He shared insights into his role on the Ways and Means Committee and the committee's discussions on bills such as the Credit for Caring Act.<br><br>Overall, Congressman Yakym had a positive outlook about supporting caregivers and was open to continued dialogue on the matter of including such language in a larger budget reconciliation bill.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Volunteer Shout Outs</b><br><br>Big thanks to Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench (FAB) volunteers, Hosea Drake, Robyn Grant, and Steve Ironmonger for attending these outreach meetings with Congressman Yakym and Senator Young. All three volunteers shared their personal caregiving stories, which is no easy task as they provide glimpses into personal and family experiences. Their testimonials, paired with AARP research on the Credit for Caring Act, resonated greatly and demonstrated the need for the passage of such a bill.<br><br>We cannot thank the volunteers enough for their meaningful contributions!<br><br>Be sure to follow AARP Indiana on their social media pages to stay up-to-date!<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPIndiana/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://x.com/AARPIndiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">X</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/@aarpindiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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		<p><i>This story is provided by AARP Indiana. Visit the <a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/indiana/" target="_blank">AARP Indiana</a> page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.</i></p>
	
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>The AARP Indiana team is off and running in 2025! To kickoff the year, volunteers and staff met with Senator Todd Young and Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act. Read on for more information about the Credit for Caring Act and how their meetings went.<br><br><b>Credit for Caring Act</b><br><br>The Credit for Caring Act (S. 3702/H.R. 3321) is a non-refundable federal tax credit (up to $5,000) for working family caregivers. The bill offsets out-of-pocket caregiving costs, which average $7,200 annually. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, home health aide services, home modifications, assistive technology, transportation costs, and adult day services. It applies to 30% of eligible caregiving expenses over $2,000.<br><br>If you are interested in reading more about the Credit for Caring Act you can use the links below to access the Congress website. <br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3702" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">S. 3702</a></span></span> Link<br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7165" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">H.R. 7165</a></span></span> Link <br><br>You can also read more about the role AARP is playing during the 119th Congress <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/financial-legal/info-2024/credit-caring-act.html#:~:text=AARP%20will%20continue%20advocating%20for,bit%20easier%2C%E2%80%9D%20LeaMond%20says." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><b>Senator Todd Young - January 8, 2025</b><br><br>AARP Indiana staff and volunteers met virtually with Senator Todd Young to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 8<sup>th</sup>, 2025. Senator Young sits on the Senate Finance Committee and will have a hand in crafting the tax legislative package that will likely take shape in a budget reconciliation bill.<br><br>It was shared with Senator Young that an estimated 790,000 Hoosier family caregivers provide approximately $10.8 billion in unpaid labor every year. AARP Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench volunteers, Steve Ironmonger and Robyn Grant, were present during the meeting and they shared their personal caregiving stories, which the Senator appreciated.<br><br>AARP Indiana State Director, Sarah Waddle highlighted the importance of preventing individuals from resorting to long-term care settings prematurely and keeping people in their homes and communities, where they want to be.<br><br>Senator Young was receptive to the bill and feels it stands a good chance for inclusion in any budget reconciliation legislation, depending on the financing and eligibility criteria. He also agreed on the importance of keeping people in their homes and communities.<br><br>At the close of the meeting, Senator Young praised AARP Indiana for its trusted and thorough research on such issues.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Congressman Yakym - January 10, 2025</b><br><br>Emily Gorman, Addison Pollock, and volunteer Hosea Drake met with Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 10<sup>th</sup>, 2025. As a member of the Ways and Means Committee, Congressman Yakym will have a say in the forthcoming budget reconciliation bill, which is expected to center around tax relief and other related matters.<br><br>Congressman Yakym was knowledgeable about the bill and asked clarifying questions about the tax credit's mechanics, as well as its Congressional Budget Office (CBO) score. He shared insights into his role on the Ways and Means Committee and the committee's discussions on bills such as the Credit for Caring Act.<br><br>Overall, Congressman Yakym had a positive outlook about supporting caregivers and was open to continued dialogue on the matter of including such language in a larger budget reconciliation bill.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Volunteer Shout Outs</b><br><br>Big thanks to Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench (FAB) volunteers, Hosea Drake, Robyn Grant, and Steve Ironmonger for attending these outreach meetings with Congressman Yakym and Senator Young. All three volunteers shared their personal caregiving stories, which is no easy task as they provide glimpses into personal and family experiences. Their testimonials, paired with AARP research on the Credit for Caring Act, resonated greatly and demonstrated the need for the passage of such a bill.<br><br>We cannot thank the volunteers enough for their meaningful contributions!<br><br>Be sure to follow AARP Indiana on their social media pages to stay up-to-date!<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPIndiana/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://x.com/AARPIndiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">X</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/@aarpindiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>The AARP Indiana team is off and running in 2025! To kickoff the year, volunteers and staff met with Senator Todd Young and Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act. Read on for more information about the Credit for Caring Act and how their meetings went.<br><br><b>Credit for Caring Act</b><br><br>The Credit for Caring Act (S. 3702/H.R. 3321) is a non-refundable federal tax credit (up to $5,000) for working family caregivers. The bill offsets out-of-pocket caregiving costs, which average $7,200 annually. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, home health aide services, home modifications, assistive technology, transportation costs, and adult day services. It applies to 30% of eligible caregiving expenses over $2,000.<br><br>If you are interested in reading more about the Credit for Caring Act you can use the links below to access the Congress website. <br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3702" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">S. 3702</a></span></span> Link<br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7165" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">H.R. 7165</a></span></span> Link <br><br>You can also read more about the role AARP is playing during the 119th Congress <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/financial-legal/info-2024/credit-caring-act.html#:~:text=AARP%20will%20continue%20advocating%20for,bit%20easier%2C%E2%80%9D%20LeaMond%20says." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><b>Senator Todd Young - January 8, 2025</b><br><br>AARP Indiana staff and volunteers met virtually with Senator Todd Young to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 8<sup>th</sup>, 2025. Senator Young sits on the Senate Finance Committee and will have a hand in crafting the tax legislative package that will likely take shape in a budget reconciliation bill.<br><br>It was shared with Senator Young that an estimated 790,000 Hoosier family caregivers provide approximately $10.8 billion in unpaid labor every year. AARP Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench volunteers, Steve Ironmonger and Robyn Grant, were present during the meeting and they shared their personal caregiving stories, which the Senator appreciated.<br><br>AARP Indiana State Director, Sarah Waddle highlighted the importance of preventing individuals from resorting to long-term care settings prematurely and keeping people in their homes and communities, where they want to be.<br><br>Senator Young was receptive to the bill and feels it stands a good chance for inclusion in any budget reconciliation legislation, depending on the financing and eligibility criteria. He also agreed on the importance of keeping people in their homes and communities.<br><br>At the close of the meeting, Senator Young praised AARP Indiana for its trusted and thorough research on such issues.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Congressman Yakym - January 10, 2025</b><br><br>Emily Gorman, Addison Pollock, and volunteer Hosea Drake met with Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 10<sup>th</sup>, 2025. As a member of the Ways and Means Committee, Congressman Yakym will have a say in the forthcoming budget reconciliation bill, which is expected to center around tax relief and other related matters.<br><br>Congressman Yakym was knowledgeable about the bill and asked clarifying questions about the tax credit's mechanics, as well as its Congressional Budget Office (CBO) score. He shared insights into his role on the Ways and Means Committee and the committee's discussions on bills such as the Credit for Caring Act.<br><br>Overall, Congressman Yakym had a positive outlook about supporting caregivers and was open to continued dialogue on the matter of including such language in a larger budget reconciliation bill.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Volunteer Shout Outs</b><br><br>Big thanks to Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench (FAB) volunteers, Hosea Drake, Robyn Grant, and Steve Ironmonger for attending these outreach meetings with Congressman Yakym and Senator Young. All three volunteers shared their personal caregiving stories, which is no easy task as they provide glimpses into personal and family experiences. Their testimonials, paired with AARP research on the Credit for Caring Act, resonated greatly and demonstrated the need for the passage of such a bill.<br><br>We cannot thank the volunteers enough for their meaningful contributions!<br><br>Be sure to follow AARP Indiana on their social media pages to stay up-to-date!<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPIndiana/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://x.com/AARPIndiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">X</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/@aarpindiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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		<p><i>This story is provided by AARP Indiana. Visit the <a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/indiana/" target="_blank">AARP Indiana</a> page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.</i></p>
	
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>The AARP Indiana team is off and running in 2025! To kickoff the year, volunteers and staff met with Senator Todd Young and Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act. Read on for more information about the Credit for Caring Act and how their meetings went.<br><br><b>Credit for Caring Act</b><br><br>The Credit for Caring Act (S. 3702/H.R. 3321) is a non-refundable federal tax credit (up to $5,000) for working family caregivers. The bill offsets out-of-pocket caregiving costs, which average $7,200 annually. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, home health aide services, home modifications, assistive technology, transportation costs, and adult day services. It applies to 30% of eligible caregiving expenses over $2,000.<br><br>If you are interested in reading more about the Credit for Caring Act you can use the links below to access the Congress website. <br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3702" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">S. 3702</a></span></span> Link<br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7165" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">H.R. 7165</a></span></span> Link <br><br>You can also read more about the role AARP is playing during the 119th Congress <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/financial-legal/info-2024/credit-caring-act.html#:~:text=AARP%20will%20continue%20advocating%20for,bit%20easier%2C%E2%80%9D%20LeaMond%20says." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><b>Senator Todd Young - January 8, 2025</b><br><br>AARP Indiana staff and volunteers met virtually with Senator Todd Young to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 8<sup>th</sup>, 2025. Senator Young sits on the Senate Finance Committee and will have a hand in crafting the tax legislative package that will likely take shape in a budget reconciliation bill.<br><br>It was shared with Senator Young that an estimated 790,000 Hoosier family caregivers provide approximately $10.8 billion in unpaid labor every year. AARP Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench volunteers, Steve Ironmonger and Robyn Grant, were present during the meeting and they shared their personal caregiving stories, which the Senator appreciated.<br><br>AARP Indiana State Director, Sarah Waddle highlighted the importance of preventing individuals from resorting to long-term care settings prematurely and keeping people in their homes and communities, where they want to be.<br><br>Senator Young was receptive to the bill and feels it stands a good chance for inclusion in any budget reconciliation legislation, depending on the financing and eligibility criteria. He also agreed on the importance of keeping people in their homes and communities.<br><br>At the close of the meeting, Senator Young praised AARP Indiana for its trusted and thorough research on such issues.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Congressman Yakym - January 10, 2025</b><br><br>Emily Gorman, Addison Pollock, and volunteer Hosea Drake met with Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 10<sup>th</sup>, 2025. As a member of the Ways and Means Committee, Congressman Yakym will have a say in the forthcoming budget reconciliation bill, which is expected to center around tax relief and other related matters.<br><br>Congressman Yakym was knowledgeable about the bill and asked clarifying questions about the tax credit's mechanics, as well as its Congressional Budget Office (CBO) score. He shared insights into his role on the Ways and Means Committee and the committee's discussions on bills such as the Credit for Caring Act.<br><br>Overall, Congressman Yakym had a positive outlook about supporting caregivers and was open to continued dialogue on the matter of including such language in a larger budget reconciliation bill.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Volunteer Shout Outs</b><br><br>Big thanks to Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench (FAB) volunteers, Hosea Drake, Robyn Grant, and Steve Ironmonger for attending these outreach meetings with Congressman Yakym and Senator Young. All three volunteers shared their personal caregiving stories, which is no easy task as they provide glimpses into personal and family experiences. Their testimonials, paired with AARP research on the Credit for Caring Act, resonated greatly and demonstrated the need for the passage of such a bill.<br><br>We cannot thank the volunteers enough for their meaningful contributions!<br><br>Be sure to follow AARP Indiana on their social media pages to stay up-to-date!<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPIndiana/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://x.com/AARPIndiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">X</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/@aarpindiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>The AARP Indiana team is off and running in 2025! To kickoff the year, volunteers and staff met with Senator Todd Young and Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act. Read on for more information about the Credit for Caring Act and how their meetings went.<br><br><b>Credit for Caring Act</b><br><br>The Credit for Caring Act (S. 3702/H.R. 3321) is a non-refundable federal tax credit (up to $5,000) for working family caregivers. The bill offsets out-of-pocket caregiving costs, which average $7,200 annually. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, home health aide services, home modifications, assistive technology, transportation costs, and adult day services. It applies to 30% of eligible caregiving expenses over $2,000.<br><br>If you are interested in reading more about the Credit for Caring Act you can use the links below to access the Congress website. <br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3702" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">S. 3702</a></span></span> Link<br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7165" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">H.R. 7165</a></span></span> Link <br><br>You can also read more about the role AARP is playing during the 119th Congress <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/financial-legal/info-2024/credit-caring-act.html#:~:text=AARP%20will%20continue%20advocating%20for,bit%20easier%2C%E2%80%9D%20LeaMond%20says." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><b>Senator Todd Young - January 8, 2025</b><br><br>AARP Indiana staff and volunteers met virtually with Senator Todd Young to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 8<sup>th</sup>, 2025. Senator Young sits on the Senate Finance Committee and will have a hand in crafting the tax legislative package that will likely take shape in a budget reconciliation bill.<br><br>It was shared with Senator Young that an estimated 790,000 Hoosier family caregivers provide approximately $10.8 billion in unpaid labor every year. AARP Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench volunteers, Steve Ironmonger and Robyn Grant, were present during the meeting and they shared their personal caregiving stories, which the Senator appreciated.<br><br>AARP Indiana State Director, Sarah Waddle highlighted the importance of preventing individuals from resorting to long-term care settings prematurely and keeping people in their homes and communities, where they want to be.<br><br>Senator Young was receptive to the bill and feels it stands a good chance for inclusion in any budget reconciliation legislation, depending on the financing and eligibility criteria. He also agreed on the importance of keeping people in their homes and communities.<br><br>At the close of the meeting, Senator Young praised AARP Indiana for its trusted and thorough research on such issues.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Congressman Yakym - January 10, 2025</b><br><br>Emily Gorman, Addison Pollock, and volunteer Hosea Drake met with Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 10<sup>th</sup>, 2025. As a member of the Ways and Means Committee, Congressman Yakym will have a say in the forthcoming budget reconciliation bill, which is expected to center around tax relief and other related matters.<br><br>Congressman Yakym was knowledgeable about the bill and asked clarifying questions about the tax credit's mechanics, as well as its Congressional Budget Office (CBO) score. He shared insights into his role on the Ways and Means Committee and the committee's discussions on bills such as the Credit for Caring Act.<br><br>Overall, Congressman Yakym had a positive outlook about supporting caregivers and was open to continued dialogue on the matter of including such language in a larger budget reconciliation bill.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Volunteer Shout Outs</b><br><br>Big thanks to Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench (FAB) volunteers, Hosea Drake, Robyn Grant, and Steve Ironmonger for attending these outreach meetings with Congressman Yakym and Senator Young. All three volunteers shared their personal caregiving stories, which is no easy task as they provide glimpses into personal and family experiences. Their testimonials, paired with AARP research on the Credit for Caring Act, resonated greatly and demonstrated the need for the passage of such a bill.<br><br>We cannot thank the volunteers enough for their meaningful contributions!<br><br>Be sure to follow AARP Indiana on their social media pages to stay up-to-date!<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPIndiana/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://x.com/AARPIndiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">X</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/@aarpindiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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		<p><i>This story is provided by AARP Indiana. Visit the <a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/indiana/" target="_blank">AARP Indiana</a> page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.</i></p>
	
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>The AARP Indiana team is off and running in 2025! To kickoff the year, volunteers and staff met with Senator Todd Young and Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act. Read on for more information about the Credit for Caring Act and how their meetings went.<br><br><b>Credit for Caring Act</b><br><br>The Credit for Caring Act (S. 3702/H.R. 3321) is a non-refundable federal tax credit (up to $5,000) for working family caregivers. The bill offsets out-of-pocket caregiving costs, which average $7,200 annually. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, home health aide services, home modifications, assistive technology, transportation costs, and adult day services. It applies to 30% of eligible caregiving expenses over $2,000.<br><br>If you are interested in reading more about the Credit for Caring Act you can use the links below to access the Congress website. <br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3702" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">S. 3702</a></span></span> Link<br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7165" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">H.R. 7165</a></span></span> Link <br><br>You can also read more about the role AARP is playing during the 119th Congress <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/financial-legal/info-2024/credit-caring-act.html#:~:text=AARP%20will%20continue%20advocating%20for,bit%20easier%2C%E2%80%9D%20LeaMond%20says." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><b>Senator Todd Young - January 8, 2025</b><br><br>AARP Indiana staff and volunteers met virtually with Senator Todd Young to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 8<sup>th</sup>, 2025. Senator Young sits on the Senate Finance Committee and will have a hand in crafting the tax legislative package that will likely take shape in a budget reconciliation bill.<br><br>It was shared with Senator Young that an estimated 790,000 Hoosier family caregivers provide approximately $10.8 billion in unpaid labor every year. AARP Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench volunteers, Steve Ironmonger and Robyn Grant, were present during the meeting and they shared their personal caregiving stories, which the Senator appreciated.<br><br>AARP Indiana State Director, Sarah Waddle highlighted the importance of preventing individuals from resorting to long-term care settings prematurely and keeping people in their homes and communities, where they want to be.<br><br>Senator Young was receptive to the bill and feels it stands a good chance for inclusion in any budget reconciliation legislation, depending on the financing and eligibility criteria. He also agreed on the importance of keeping people in their homes and communities.<br><br>At the close of the meeting, Senator Young praised AARP Indiana for its trusted and thorough research on such issues.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Congressman Yakym - January 10, 2025</b><br><br>Emily Gorman, Addison Pollock, and volunteer Hosea Drake met with Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 10<sup>th</sup>, 2025. As a member of the Ways and Means Committee, Congressman Yakym will have a say in the forthcoming budget reconciliation bill, which is expected to center around tax relief and other related matters.<br><br>Congressman Yakym was knowledgeable about the bill and asked clarifying questions about the tax credit's mechanics, as well as its Congressional Budget Office (CBO) score. He shared insights into his role on the Ways and Means Committee and the committee's discussions on bills such as the Credit for Caring Act.<br><br>Overall, Congressman Yakym had a positive outlook about supporting caregivers and was open to continued dialogue on the matter of including such language in a larger budget reconciliation bill.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Volunteer Shout Outs</b><br><br>Big thanks to Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench (FAB) volunteers, Hosea Drake, Robyn Grant, and Steve Ironmonger for attending these outreach meetings with Congressman Yakym and Senator Young. All three volunteers shared their personal caregiving stories, which is no easy task as they provide glimpses into personal and family experiences. Their testimonials, paired with AARP research on the Credit for Caring Act, resonated greatly and demonstrated the need for the passage of such a bill.<br><br>We cannot thank the volunteers enough for their meaningful contributions!<br><br>Be sure to follow AARP Indiana on their social media pages to stay up-to-date!<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPIndiana/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://x.com/AARPIndiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">X</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/@aarpindiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>The AARP Indiana team is off and running in 2025! To kickoff the year, volunteers and staff met with Senator Todd Young and Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act. Read on for more information about the Credit for Caring Act and how their meetings went.<br><br><b>Credit for Caring Act</b><br><br>The Credit for Caring Act (S. 3702/H.R. 3321) is a non-refundable federal tax credit (up to $5,000) for working family caregivers. The bill offsets out-of-pocket caregiving costs, which average $7,200 annually. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, home health aide services, home modifications, assistive technology, transportation costs, and adult day services. It applies to 30% of eligible caregiving expenses over $2,000.<br><br>If you are interested in reading more about the Credit for Caring Act you can use the links below to access the Congress website. <br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3702" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">S. 3702</a></span></span> Link<br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7165" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">H.R. 7165</a></span></span> Link <br><br>You can also read more about the role AARP is playing during the 119th Congress <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/financial-legal/info-2024/credit-caring-act.html#:~:text=AARP%20will%20continue%20advocating%20for,bit%20easier%2C%E2%80%9D%20LeaMond%20says." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><b>Senator Todd Young - January 8, 2025</b><br><br>AARP Indiana staff and volunteers met virtually with Senator Todd Young to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 8<sup>th</sup>, 2025. Senator Young sits on the Senate Finance Committee and will have a hand in crafting the tax legislative package that will likely take shape in a budget reconciliation bill.<br><br>It was shared with Senator Young that an estimated 790,000 Hoosier family caregivers provide approximately $10.8 billion in unpaid labor every year. AARP Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench volunteers, Steve Ironmonger and Robyn Grant, were present during the meeting and they shared their personal caregiving stories, which the Senator appreciated.<br><br>AARP Indiana State Director, Sarah Waddle highlighted the importance of preventing individuals from resorting to long-term care settings prematurely and keeping people in their homes and communities, where they want to be.<br><br>Senator Young was receptive to the bill and feels it stands a good chance for inclusion in any budget reconciliation legislation, depending on the financing and eligibility criteria. He also agreed on the importance of keeping people in their homes and communities.<br><br>At the close of the meeting, Senator Young praised AARP Indiana for its trusted and thorough research on such issues.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Congressman Yakym - January 10, 2025</b><br><br>Emily Gorman, Addison Pollock, and volunteer Hosea Drake met with Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 10<sup>th</sup>, 2025. As a member of the Ways and Means Committee, Congressman Yakym will have a say in the forthcoming budget reconciliation bill, which is expected to center around tax relief and other related matters.<br><br>Congressman Yakym was knowledgeable about the bill and asked clarifying questions about the tax credit's mechanics, as well as its Congressional Budget Office (CBO) score. He shared insights into his role on the Ways and Means Committee and the committee's discussions on bills such as the Credit for Caring Act.<br><br>Overall, Congressman Yakym had a positive outlook about supporting caregivers and was open to continued dialogue on the matter of including such language in a larger budget reconciliation bill.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Volunteer Shout Outs</b><br><br>Big thanks to Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench (FAB) volunteers, Hosea Drake, Robyn Grant, and Steve Ironmonger for attending these outreach meetings with Congressman Yakym and Senator Young. All three volunteers shared their personal caregiving stories, which is no easy task as they provide glimpses into personal and family experiences. Their testimonials, paired with AARP research on the Credit for Caring Act, resonated greatly and demonstrated the need for the passage of such a bill.<br><br>We cannot thank the volunteers enough for their meaningful contributions!<br><br>Be sure to follow AARP Indiana on their social media pages to stay up-to-date!<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPIndiana/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://x.com/AARPIndiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">X</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/@aarpindiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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		<p><i>This story is provided by AARP Indiana. Visit the <a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/indiana/" target="_blank">AARP Indiana</a> page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.</i></p>
	
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        <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p>The AARP Indiana team is off and running in 2025! To kickoff the year, volunteers and staff met with Senator Todd Young and Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act. Read on for more information about the Credit for Caring Act and how their meetings went.<br><br><b>Credit for Caring Act</b><br><br>The Credit for Caring Act (S. 3702/H.R. 3321) is a non-refundable federal tax credit (up to $5,000) for working family caregivers. The bill offsets out-of-pocket caregiving costs, which average $7,200 annually. Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, home health aide services, home modifications, assistive technology, transportation costs, and adult day services. It applies to 30% of eligible caregiving expenses over $2,000.<br><br>If you are interested in reading more about the Credit for Caring Act you can use the links below to access the Congress website. <br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3702" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">S. 3702</a></span></span> Link<br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/7165" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">H.R. 7165</a></span></span> Link <br><br>You can also read more about the role AARP is playing during the 119th Congress <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/financial-legal/info-2024/credit-caring-act.html#:~:text=AARP%20will%20continue%20advocating%20for,bit%20easier%2C%E2%80%9D%20LeaMond%20says." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span></span>.<br><br><b>Senator Todd Young - January 8, 2025</b><br><br>AARP Indiana staff and volunteers met virtually with Senator Todd Young to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 8<sup>th</sup>, 2025. Senator Young sits on the Senate Finance Committee and will have a hand in crafting the tax legislative package that will likely take shape in a budget reconciliation bill.<br><br>It was shared with Senator Young that an estimated 790,000 Hoosier family caregivers provide approximately $10.8 billion in unpaid labor every year. AARP Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench volunteers, Steve Ironmonger and Robyn Grant, were present during the meeting and they shared their personal caregiving stories, which the Senator appreciated.<br><br>AARP Indiana State Director, Sarah Waddle highlighted the importance of preventing individuals from resorting to long-term care settings prematurely and keeping people in their homes and communities, where they want to be.<br><br>Senator Young was receptive to the bill and feels it stands a good chance for inclusion in any budget reconciliation legislation, depending on the financing and eligibility criteria. He also agreed on the importance of keeping people in their homes and communities.<br><br>At the close of the meeting, Senator Young praised AARP Indiana for its trusted and thorough research on such issues.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Congressman Yakym - January 10, 2025</b><br><br>Emily Gorman, Addison Pollock, and volunteer Hosea Drake met with Congressman Rudy Yakym to discuss the Credit for Caring Act on January 10<sup>th</sup>, 2025. As a member of the Ways and Means Committee, Congressman Yakym will have a say in the forthcoming budget reconciliation bill, which is expected to center around tax relief and other related matters.<br><br>Congressman Yakym was knowledgeable about the bill and asked clarifying questions about the tax credit's mechanics, as well as its Congressional Budget Office (CBO) score. He shared insights into his role on the Ways and Means Committee and the committee's discussions on bills such as the Credit for Caring Act.<br><br>Overall, Congressman Yakym had a positive outlook about supporting caregivers and was open to continued dialogue on the matter of including such language in a larger budget reconciliation bill.<br></p><div class="Enhancement"   >
            
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        </div><p><b>Volunteer Shout Outs</b><br><br>Big thanks to Indiana Federal Advocacy Bench (FAB) volunteers, Hosea Drake, Robyn Grant, and Steve Ironmonger for attending these outreach meetings with Congressman Yakym and Senator Young. All three volunteers shared their personal caregiving stories, which is no easy task as they provide glimpses into personal and family experiences. Their testimonials, paired with AARP research on the Credit for Caring Act, resonated greatly and demonstrated the need for the passage of such a bill.<br><br>We cannot thank the volunteers enough for their meaningful contributions!<br><br>Be sure to follow AARP Indiana on their social media pages to stay up-to-date!<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPIndiana/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://x.com/AARPIndiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">X</a></span></span><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/@aarpindiana" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></span></span></p></div>
    
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				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/indianapolis-in/arts-entertainment/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-ARTS_ENT" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-ARTS_ENT">Arts & Entertainment</a></li>
				<li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/indianapolis-in/museums/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-MUSEUMS" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MUSEUMS">Museums</a></li>
				-->
			</ul>
		</li>
		
	</ul>
</div>
</nav>'
$header_custom = ''
$breadcrumbs = array(
	(int) 0 => array(
		'title' => 'News Feed',
		'slug' => 'happenings'
	)
)
$row = array(
	'title' => 'Back to News Feed',
	'slug' => 'happenings'
)
$i = (int) 0
include - APP/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp, line 244
include - APP/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp, line 244
View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971
View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933
View::renderLayout() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 546
View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 481
Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963
AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136
BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81
ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ??
Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491
Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193
Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167
[main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118