Increase federal funding and support for programs that prevent and respond to the abuse or neglect of older adults.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with Elder Justice Reauthorization and Modernization Act of 2026?
The Elder Justice Reauthorization and Modernization Act of 2026, known as H.R. 8060, has been sitting in four House committees since March 23, 2026. Committee leaders must now decide to hold a vote to move the bill forward, but most bills fail because they never receive this committee action. No progress has occurred on this legislation since March 23, 2026.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by Elder Justice Reauthorization and Modernization Act of 2026 (H.R. 8060 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
Next up: A house committee · Nothing moves until they act.
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Died with Congress · Jan 3, 2025
Died when the 118th Congress ended without final passage. Bills must be reintroduced under a new number to be revived.
Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from H.R. 2718 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 2718 (118th) →
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Who’s behind it
Richard Neal (D-MA)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.