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Social Security Benefit Payments Choice Act of 2021

12/30/2022, 5:47 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3914

Bill 117 HR 3914, also known as the Social Security Benefit Payments Choice Act of 2021, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of providing Social Security beneficiaries with more flexibility in how they receive their benefit payments. The bill seeks to allow beneficiaries to choose between receiving their payments through direct deposit into a bank account, a prepaid debit card, or a paper check.

The bill also includes provisions to ensure that beneficiaries are informed of their payment options and are able to easily switch between different payment methods if they so choose. Additionally, the bill aims to protect beneficiaries from potential fraud or abuse by requiring the Social Security Administration to implement safeguards to prevent unauthorized access to beneficiaries' payment information.

Overall, the Social Security Benefit Payments Choice Act of 2021 is designed to give beneficiaries more control over how they receive their benefits and to ensure that their payments are secure and protected. It is currently being reviewed by Congress and has not yet been passed into law.

Congressional Summary of HR 3914

Social Security Benefit Payments Choice Act of 2021

This bill allows a recipient of monthly Social Security benefits who does not concurrently receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to choose the day of the month that benefits are paid. SSI is a federal, needs-based program that provides cash benefits to older adults, blind individuals, and individuals with disabilities.

Current Status of Bill HR 3914

Bill HR 3914 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 15, 2021. Bill HR 3914 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 15, 2021.  Bill HR 3914's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Social Security. as of June 15, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3914

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3914

Primary Policy Focus

Social Welfare

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3914

Social Security Benefit Payments Choice Act of 2021
To amend title II of the Social Security Act to permit individuals to select a monthly benefit payment date.
Social Security Benefit Payments Choice Act of 2021

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