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Affirming that Social Security is one of the primary pillars of retirement support for millions of older Americans, and for other purposes.
12/15/2023, 3:51 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 117
Bill 118 HRES 117, also known as the "Affirming Social Security Act," is a piece of legislation that emphasizes the importance of Social Security as a key source of retirement support for millions of older Americans. The bill recognizes Social Security as one of the primary pillars of retirement security and aims to reaffirm its critical role in providing financial stability for seniors.
The legislation highlights the fact that Social Security benefits are a vital source of income for many older Americans, helping to ensure that they can meet their basic needs and maintain a decent standard of living in retirement. The bill also acknowledges the widespread popularity and bipartisan support for Social Security, emphasizing its importance as a social insurance program that has successfully provided economic security for generations of Americans.
In addition to affirming the importance of Social Security, the bill also aims to address potential threats to the program's long-term sustainability and ensure that it remains a reliable source of retirement support for future generations. By recognizing the significance of Social Security and advocating for its continued strength and viability, the legislation seeks to protect the financial well-being of older Americans and uphold the program's legacy as a cornerstone of retirement security in the United States. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 117 serves as a reminder of the critical role that Social Security plays in supporting millions of older Americans and underscores the need to safeguard and strengthen the program for the benefit of current and future retirees.
The legislation highlights the fact that Social Security benefits are a vital source of income for many older Americans, helping to ensure that they can meet their basic needs and maintain a decent standard of living in retirement. The bill also acknowledges the widespread popularity and bipartisan support for Social Security, emphasizing its importance as a social insurance program that has successfully provided economic security for generations of Americans.
In addition to affirming the importance of Social Security, the bill also aims to address potential threats to the program's long-term sustainability and ensure that it remains a reliable source of retirement support for future generations. By recognizing the significance of Social Security and advocating for its continued strength and viability, the legislation seeks to protect the financial well-being of older Americans and uphold the program's legacy as a cornerstone of retirement security in the United States. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 117 serves as a reminder of the critical role that Social Security plays in supporting millions of older Americans and underscores the need to safeguard and strengthen the program for the benefit of current and future retirees.
Congressional Summary of HRES 117
This resolution recognizes that current retirees and those nearing retirement expect certain Social Security commitments to be made. It further expresses the policy of the House of Representatives to exclude cuts to Social Security from debt ceiling negotiations.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 117
Bill HRES 117 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 9, 2023. Bill HRES 117 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 9, 2023. Bill HRES 117's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of February 9, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 117
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
34Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
34Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 117
Primary Policy Focus
Social WelfarePotential Impact Areas
- Budget deficits and national debt
- Social security and elderly assistance
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 117
Affirming that Social Security is one of the primary pillars of retirement support for millions of older Americans, and for other purposes.
Affirming that Social Security is one of the primary pillars of retirement support for millions of older Americans, and for other purposes.
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