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To direct the Commissioner of Social Security to conduct a study relating to administrative costs.

12/29/2022, 5:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8101

Bill 117 HR 8101, titled "To direct the Commissioner of Social Security to conduct a study relating to administrative costs," aims to address the issue of administrative costs within the Social Security Administration. The bill directs the Commissioner of Social Security to conduct a comprehensive study to analyze and evaluate the current administrative costs associated with the administration of Social Security programs.

The study will focus on identifying areas where administrative costs can be reduced or streamlined, while still maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of the programs. The goal of the study is to find ways to improve the overall efficiency of the Social Security Administration and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively.

The bill does not propose any specific changes or reforms to Social Security programs themselves, but rather seeks to gather data and information to inform future decision-making and potential reforms. By conducting this study, lawmakers hope to identify opportunities for cost savings and increased efficiency within the Social Security Administration. Overall, Bill 117 HR 8101 is a non-partisan effort to address the issue of administrative costs within the Social Security Administration through a comprehensive study conducted by the Commissioner of Social Security.

Congressional Summary of HR 8101

This bill requires the Social Security Administration (SSA) to study and report on ways to insure the solvency of the Social Security program while protecting current benefits.

In its study, the SSA must address lowering administrative costs of the program and investigate means testing, flat benefits, and basing benefits on lifelong labor earnings.

Current Status of Bill HR 8101

Bill HR 8101 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 16, 2022. Bill HR 8101 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 16, 2022.  Bill HR 8101's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Social Security. as of June 16, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8101

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8101

Primary Policy Focus

Social Welfare

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8101

To direct the Commissioner of Social Security to conduct a study relating to administrative costs.
To direct the Commissioner of Social Security to conduct a study relating to administrative costs.

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