Number: RS22549
Title: Older Americans Act: Funding Formulas
Authors: Kirsten J. Colello, Domestic Social Policy Division 
Abstract: The Older Americans Act (OAA) is the major vehicle for the delivery of social and nutrition services for older persons. The act's statutory funding formulas determine state allotments under Title III, Grants for State and Community Programs; Title V, the Community Service Senior Opportunities Act; Title VI, Grants for Older Native Americans; and, Title VII, Vulnerable Elder Rights Protection Activities. The OAA Amendments of 2006 (P.L.109-365) reauthorized all programs under the act through FY2011. Among other things, P.L.109-365 changed the formula allocation for most Title III programs. No changes were made to Title V, VI, or VII formulas. This report describes the OAA's process for allocating funds under current law.
Pages: 6
Date: March 19, 2007