Older Iowans Legislature

The Older Iowans Legislature is the only “Grass Roots” organization in Iowa that continually strives to produce an opportunity for Older Iowans to complete their lifelong journey in dignity, with respect from others, and receiving support when necessary.

OLDER IOWANS LEGISLATURE

Annual Meeting

                         MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Time: 8:30-2:00

Location: Iowa State Capitol,

Supreme Court Room 103

The Older Iowans Legislature Board of Directors, will conduct the

Annual Meeting in PERSON, on ZOOM or by PHONE.

To attend/participate in this event,

You must register to obtain a ZOOM link or Call-In Phone Number.

Register at www.olderiowans.org

Mail in registration information is at the end of this notice.

Lunch will be provided; a goodwill donation is appreciated!

 AGENDA  (times dependent upon proceedings)

1.    8:30-8:45 am: Kay Fisk, OIL Board Chair

•       Opening Prayer

•       Pledge of Allegiance

•       Message from the Chair

•       Bob Welsh, Memorial

•       Linda Miller, Retired Director of Aging Recognition

•       Diane Naujokaitis, Retiring OIL Treasure

2.    8:45-9:05 am: Guest Speaker, Adam Greg, Lt, Governor (tentative)

3.    9:05-10:00 am: Executive Panel: 

•       Zach Rhein, Director of Elder and Disabitily Services

•       Liz Matney, Director of Iowa Medicaid

•       Larry Johnson, Director of Dept. Inspections, Appeals, & Licensing

                                                                                                                     10:00- 10:20 am: Break

10:20-11:45 am:

Delegates will convene as a joint assembly to discuss the issues for the 2025 Legislative session.  No issues are carried over from the last session.  We will  review of new issues which were submitted by the membership. This will involve the entire assembly. Following the discussion, voting will determine what will be recommended to go before the 2025 General Assembly. 

The Older Iowans Legislature, during its annual meeting on Monday September 28, 2023, identified four (4) Priority Issues for submission to the 2024 session of the Iowan General Assembly, under the very general titles of:

1.       Enacting a Dementia Specialist Program – Senate File 2008 (Did Not Progress)

2.      Improving the Guardianship and Conservatorship System – SF295 was passed unanimously by the Senate and was  unanimously messaged to the House. OIL was registered FOR this. Gov. signed into law. 

 3.      Funding Iowa Return to Community from the Lottery – OIL is currently monitoring the funding for the Iowa Return to Community (IRTC) Program.  Lionel F. has been working to get information from the Gov. office. Did Not Progress

4.      Improving Nursing Home Care – OIL continues to monitor the activity within the Iowa Legislature attempting to address nursing home care.  Multiple bills have been introduced in the House/Senate re:  Nursing Home Care. HF2013-Gov. signed into law. Bill related to nursing home administration provisional licensure.  https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=90&ba=HF%202013

11:45-12:15 Working Lunch

12:15- The joint assembly will continue discussion, then vote to determine legislative priorities for 2025. We request Items for discussion  be received by September 1.

The Annual OIL Board business meeting and election of officers will follow. OIL Members members are encouraged to attend.

Annual Meeting

Older Iowans Legislature will have our Annual Meeting at the Iowa State Capital each September.  If you would like to become involved contact Tony Vola (tony_vola@msn.com)  or send an email to info@olderiowans.org