SSI Savings Penalty Elimination Act

Hozzl · 2024-12-19T09:05:39Z

Explore the details of House Bill 5408 SSI Savings Penalty Elimination Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Social Welfare. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/19/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5408

The SSI Savings Penalty Elimination Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 5408, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to eliminate the penalty that Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients face when they save money.

Currently, individuals who receive SSI benefits are limited in the amount of money they can save without facing a reduction in their benefits. This penalty discourages SSI recipients from saving money for emergencies or future expenses, as they risk losing a portion of their much-needed benefits.

The SSI Savings Penalty Elimination Act aims to remove this penalty and allow SSI recipients to save money without fear of losing their benefits. This would provide individuals with greater financial security and the ability to plan for their future without the fear of losing crucial support. Supporters of the bill argue that this change would help lift individuals out of poverty and promote financial independence among SSI recipients. Critics, however, raise concerns about the potential cost of implementing this change and the impact it may have on the overall SSI program. Overall, the SSI Savings Penalty Elimination Act seeks to address a longstanding issue faced by SSI recipients and provide them with greater financial freedom and security. It is currently under review in Congress, and its fate will be determined by lawmakers in the coming months.

Congressional Summary of HR 5408

SSI Savings Penalty Elimination Act

This bill increases resource limits used to determine eligibility for the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program. SSI is a federal assistance program that provides monthly cash payments to aged, blind, or disabled individuals with limited income and resources.

Specifically, the bill increases the resource limits from $2,000 to $10,000 for individuals and from $3,000 to $20,000 for married couples. The bill annually adjusts the limits for inflation.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5408

Bill HR 5408 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 12, 2023. Bill HR 5408 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 12, 2023. Bill HR 5408's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5408

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5408

Primary Policy Focus

Social Welfare

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Disability and paralysisDisability assistanceInflation and pricesPoverty and welfare assistance

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5408

SSI Savings Penalty Elimination ActSSI Savings Penalty Elimination ActTo amend title XVI of the Social Security Act to update the resource limit for supplemental security income eligibility.

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