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SSA Reform Act of 2024

12/19/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 9613

Bill 118 hr 9613, also known as the SSA Reform Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to reform the Social Security Administration (SSA) in order to ensure its long-term sustainability and effectiveness in providing benefits to American citizens.

One key provision of the SSA Reform Act of 2024 is the adjustment of the retirement age for receiving full Social Security benefits. Under this bill, the retirement age would gradually increase over time in order to account for the longer life expectancy of Americans. This change is intended to help address the financial challenges facing the Social Security system and ensure that benefits can continue to be paid out to future generations.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the SSA in administering benefits. This includes streamlining processes, reducing administrative costs, and implementing technology upgrades to better serve beneficiaries. Furthermore, the SSA Reform Act of 2024 aims to strengthen the financial stability of the Social Security system by making adjustments to the way benefits are calculated and funded. This includes potential changes to the payroll tax rate and the income thresholds for Social Security taxes. Overall, the SSA Reform Act of 2024 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the long-term sustainability of the Social Security system. It includes a range of measures aimed at improving efficiency, ensuring financial stability, and adapting to the changing demographics of the American population.

Current Status of Bill HR 9613

Bill HR 9613 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 16, 2024. Bill HR 9613 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 16, 2024.  Bill HR 9613's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Social Security. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9613

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
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 9613

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9613

To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to notify the Commissioner of Social Security when there is a change to the citizenship status, status under the immigration laws, or work authorization status of an individual to whom a social security account number has been issued, and to require that an individual be a citizen or national of the United States to receive benefits under the Social Security Act.
To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to notify the Commissioner of Social Security when there is a change to the citizenship status, status under the immigration laws, or work authorization status of an individual to whom a social security account number has been issued, and to require that an individual be a citizen or national of the United States to receive benefits under the Social Security Act.

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