The Elder Pride Act amends the Older Americans Act to establish protections and services for LGBTQI older adults and those with HIV. The bill creates a new Office of LGBTQI Inclusion within the Administration on Aging, headed by a Director and Assistant Director who will coordinate services, promote access to aging programs, conduct research, and advocate for LGBTQI seniors across federal agencies and states. The legislation also establishes a rural outreach grant program providing up to $5 million annually through fiscal year 2031 to states, tribal organizations, and nonprofits serving older LGBTQI individuals and other protected populations in rural areas, with grants supporting activities like community outreach, reducing isolation, training staff on cultural competency, and expanding nondiscrimination policies. The Director must submit reports to Congress every five years describing the office's activities, and the Assistant Secretary must submit annual reports on grant program outcomes. This bill primarily affects LGBTQI older adults in rural communities and the organizations serving them, while also requiring federal agencies to improve coordination of services for this population.
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