To amend title XVI of the Social Security Act to update the resource limit for supplemental security income eligibility.

4/3/2025, 1:59 PM
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Bill 119 HR 2540, also known as the Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act, aims to make changes to the resource limit for individuals seeking eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits under Title XVI of the Social Security Act.

Currently, individuals must meet strict resource limits in order to qualify for SSI benefits, which provide financial assistance to elderly, blind, and disabled individuals with limited income and resources. This bill seeks to update and increase these resource limits to better reflect the cost of living and financial needs of individuals who rely on SSI benefits.

The proposed changes in Bill 119 HR 2540 would help ensure that more individuals who are in need of financial assistance are able to qualify for SSI benefits. By updating the resource limits, the bill aims to provide a more accurate representation of an individual's financial situation and their eligibility for SSI benefits. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2540 seeks to improve the accessibility and effectiveness of the SSI program by updating the resource limits to better reflect the financial needs of individuals seeking assistance. This bill is an important step towards ensuring that those who rely on SSI benefits are able to receive the support they need to live with dignity and financial security.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 2540

Introduced on
2025-04-01

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Bill 119 HR 2540, also known as the Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act, aims to make changes to the resource limit for individuals seeking eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits under Title XVI of the Social Security Act.

Currently, individuals must meet strict resource limits in order to qualify for SSI benefits, which provide financial assistance to elderly, blind, and disabled individuals with limited income and resources. This bill seeks to update and increase these resource limits to better reflect the cost of living and financial needs of individuals who rely on SSI benefits.

The proposed changes in Bill 119 HR 2540 would help ensure that more individuals who are in need of financial assistance are able to qualify for SSI benefits. By updating the resource limits, the bill aims to provide a more accurate representation of an individual's financial situation and their eligibility for SSI benefits. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2540 seeks to improve the accessibility and effectiveness of the SSI program by updating the resource limits to better reflect the financial needs of individuals seeking assistance. This bill is an important step towards ensuring that those who rely on SSI benefits are able to receive the support they need to live with dignity and financial security.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title XVI of the Social Security Act to update the resource limit for supplemental security income eligibility.

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Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.