Jamie Eldridge, Democrat

One of my top priorities is working to improve the quality of life, health care, and safety for our communities' senior citizens. I do my best to serve as an advocate for seniors in the Legislature.

I have fought to expand the "circuit breaker" tax credit for seniors, ensuring that they aren't taxed out of their homes. I have worked to increase funding for Councils on Aging, which offer a variety of activities and services for seniors. To improve the public safety of senior citizens, this year I proposed legislation requiring automatic sprinkler systems in all senior housing across the Commonwealth. Further, to safeguard the health and well-being of seniors, I have consistently voted to protect funding for Prescription Advantage, keeping prescription drugs affordable.

We have a responsibility to make sure that our seniors can count on the Commonwealth after having given so much to our communities. As your next State Senator, I will continue to be an advocate for our senior citizens.