By SC Alaska News |
May 7, 2024
U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) and Tina Smith (D-Minnesota) introduced the Enhancing Native Elders’ Longevity, Dignity, Empowerment, and Respect (Native ELDER) Act to improve federal programs and services for Alaska Native, American Indian, and Native Hawaiian Elders. The legislation, introduced in May, coincides with the national observance of Older Americans Month.