Thanks to the National Council on Aging for alerting us to the fact that Senators Herb Kohl, Kent Conrad, and Gordon Smith are introducing legislation to help older workers stay on the job. While this legislation could help older workers, it is also critical for the nation, as the senators recognize the coming shortage of workers (link). The legislation appears to address a number of issues that discourage older workers from staying on the job, or phasing into retirement with reduced hours.

Most of you probably picked up this notice through the NCOA. However, if only a few are added to the awareness of this action, it is worthwhile. We all bemoan the inaction in DC. Here are some senators that really appear to have put forward a very positive series of recommendations. We all make an effort to support them!