Social Security Benefits Increased for Some Americans: Here's Who's Impacted
Millions of Americans will see higher Social Security checks now that the windfall elimination provision (WEP) is abolished.
2.8 Million Americans Could Receive Expanded Social Security Benefits in 2025. Here's How
Social Security's 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) bumped the average benefit from $1,927 per month to $1,976 per month. It's a $49 increase, but many hoped for more. Despite slowing inflation, some retirees still find it difficult to make ends meet, particularly when they don't have a lot of personal savings.
Social Security payment schedule will look different for start of 2025
The payment schedule for social security recipients will look a bit different for the start of 2025 -- and beneficiaries will want to take note that they won't receive a payment for at least one month early this year.
Social Security Fairness Act Calls for 2024 Back Payments
The bill repealing the controversial Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset awaits President Biden's signature.
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Make a Resolution To Fix Social Security
In the dreamlike days between Christmas and the regular work week's return in the new year, it's easy to believe all things are possible. Indulge in as
The big changes coming to Social Security in 2025 you should know about
Several big changes are in store for Social Security recipients in 2025. The biggest change could still be in store, however, as the nation waits for President Joe Biden to sign newly passed legislation that would boost Social Security payments for millions.
Social Security Payments Are Going Out Early for First Three Months of 2025
SSI payments usually go out on the first day of the month but are going out earlier for January, February and March.
Social Security payment schedule changed for some recipients to start 2025
Calendar changes mean some recipients will get January payments today. Another quirk occurs at the end of 2025.
Social Security: When are benefits being sent out in 2025?
Here’s a look at when you can expect your benefits next year. Social Security benefits are disbursed on Wednesdays, with the specific payment day depending on the recipient’s birth date: For recipients who began receiving benefits before May 1997 or who receive both Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI),
Social Security 2025: Major payment changes, what to expect
Starting in January, millions of Social Security recipients can expect to see these changes in their payments.
Bill to expand Social Security to millions of Americans reaches President Biden's desk
The Social Security Fairness Act is expected to be signed Monday, according to advocates for police and firefighters.
Will Joe Biden Sign the Social Security Fairness Act? Here's What We Know
President Joe Biden may soon sign into law the Social Security Fairness Act, a bill that would eliminate restrictions on Social Security benefits paid to millions of American workers.
Bill to Increase Social Security Benefits for Some Retired Federal Workers Nears Approval
The Senate on Saturday passed the Social Security Fairness Act, a bill that would repeal provisions that reduce benefits for ...
Police group praises bill to give public sector retirees full Social Security benefits: 'deserved and earned'
Law enforcement groups praised the passage of a bill that would restores Social Security benefits to former public sector ...
Breaking: Senate passes bill to repeal Social Security penalty on teachers, police
The Social Security Fairness act will repeal the penalties on police, teachers and other government retirees and spouses.
Social Security Update: Republican Says Cuts Should Be 'On the Table'
New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu suggested setting up a commission, guidelines and metrics to deal with the issue.