60 Plus Joins Other National Seniors Organizations to Support Greater Competition, Innovation

WASHINGTON – The 60 Plus Association, a national seniors advocacy organization, joined with two other national seniors advocacy organizations in announcing their support for the “Market Competition and Consumer Choice Act” in New Jersey.

The 60 Plus Association, the National Caucus & Center on Black Aged and the National Hispanic Council on Aging issued a joint letter today urging support for the bill in advance of a vote in the New Jersey State Senate on Monday.  The legislation would modernize state telecommunications and cable regulations in New Jersey to ensure competition, innovation and economic investment.

“Ensuring that seniors have access to affordable and reliable phone service is important for our organizations and our members,” said Jim Martin, Chairman of the 60 Plus Association.  “We feel confident that this bill will ensure a vibrant future for telecommunications and cable services in New Jersey by promoting investment, innovation and competition.”

“Greater competition means better choices for consumers – especially seniors who depend on phone and cable services to stay connected to friends, family and healthcare professionals,” Martin said.  “The New Jersey State Assembly has already overwhelmingly passed this legislation with solid bi-partisan support.  Now it is the Senate’s turn to do the same.”

Read the Coalition Letter here

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