House Moves to Repeal Social Security Offsets Amid Political Turmoil
- The House is poised to vote on significant Social Security legislation aimed at reforming benefit eligibility.
- Bipartisan support consists of over 300 lawmakers backing the bill amidst political opposition.
- Passing this legislation may provide full benefits for individuals eligible for government pensions.
Recently, the House has prepared to vote on the Social Security Fairness Act, a significant piece of legislation designed to repeal the government pensions offset and windfall elimination provision. This legislation aims to restore full Social Security benefits to individuals who are also receiving government pensions. Despite a united effort, the path to passing the bill faced hurdles, including opposition from the House Freedom Caucus, which temporarily tabled part of the measure. With a bipartisan backing from 300 lawmakers and sponsors using a discharge petition to advance it, the bill could still pass the House, though the outcome in the Senate remains uncertain. If it becomes law, the changes will take effect for benefits payable after December 2023.