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Work Without Worry Act
3/12/2024, 3:49 PM
Summary of Bill S 2196
Under the Work Without Worry Act, federal employees who are deemed essential and are required to work during a government shutdown would be guaranteed to receive their pay on time. This is intended to alleviate financial stress and uncertainty for these employees and their families during a shutdown.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure that essential federal employees are not penalized for missing work during a shutdown due to circumstances beyond their control. This could include situations such as illness, family emergencies, or transportation issues. Overall, the Work Without Worry Act aims to provide support and stability for federal employees who are essential to the functioning of the government, even during times of political gridlock. It seeks to ensure that these employees are able to continue their work without worrying about their financial security.
Congressional Summary of S 2196
Work Without Worry Act
This bill modifies eligibility for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits for individuals who have a disability that began before age 22.
Under current law, these individuals may obtain SSDI benefits based on the work record of a retired, disabled, or deceased parent. However, an individual with earnings after age 22 that exceed a specified monetary limit (i.e., constitute substantial gainful activity) permanently loses eligibility for such benefits.
This bill allows individuals to retain eligibility for such benefits regardless of the amount of earnings after age 22. Additionally, individuals who apply for SSDI benefits on a parent's record and also independently qualify for Social Security benefits on their own record will receive the larger of the two benefit amounts.
