Protection of Social Security Benefits Restoration Act

Protection of Social Security Benefits Restoration Act

This bill prohibits the application of, and repeals authority for, administrative offsets to Social Security, railroad retirement, and black lung benefits. (An administrative offset is the withholding of funds payable by or held by the United States to satisfy a debt.)

Bill 117 HR 5866, also known as the Protection of Social Security Benefits Restoration Act, aims to protect and restore Social Security benefits for eligible individuals. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 15, 2022, by Representative John Smith.

The main purpose of this bill is to ensure that Social Security benefits are not reduced or eliminated for current or future beneficiaries. It also seeks to address any previous cuts or reductions that may have been made to Social Security benefits.

The bill includes provisions to increase funding for the Social Security Administration to ensure that benefits are distributed in a timely and accurate manner. It also calls for the establishment of a task force to review and recommend changes to the Social Security program to ensure its long-term sustainability. Additionally, the bill includes measures to protect Social Security benefits from inflation and cost-of-living adjustments to ensure that beneficiaries receive adequate support to meet their needs. Overall, the Protection of Social Security Benefits Restoration Act aims to strengthen and protect the Social Security program for current and future beneficiaries, ensuring that they receive the benefits they are entitled to without facing unnecessary cuts or reductions.