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Author:  Lori A.  Stiegel, J.D..


Source: Volume 07, Number 02, July/August 2004 , pp.21-22(2)




Victimization of the Elderly and Disabled

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Abstract: 

This Washington Report column summarizes the actions of the U.S. Congress in the first four months of 2004 that were related to elder and adult abuse. There was little progress to report. Legislative activity practically ground to a halt even earlier than usual for an election year. Also discussed is the status of further pending bills and a recap of hearings.

Keywords: Elder Justice Act; Elder Justice Coalition; Social Security Program Protection Act of 2003; SJ 1 Withdrawn

Affiliations:  1: American Bar Association Commission on Law and Aging.

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