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NCDem47

(3,291 posts)
Thu Jul 3, 2025, 08:31 PM Jul 2025

So, this BS email from Social Security on passage of BBB

This email looked legit. Praising Repubs and Trump without saying it. Is this as rosy as they make it out to be? Email read:

Social Security Applauds Passage of Legislation Providing Historic Tax Relief for Seniors

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is celebrating the passage of the One Big, Beautiful Bill, a landmark piece of legislation that delivers long-awaited tax relief to millions of older Americans.

The bill ensures that nearly 90% of Social Security beneficiaries will no longer pay federal income taxes on their benefits, providing meaningful and immediate relief to seniors who have spent a lifetime contributing to our nation's economy.

“This is a historic step forward for America’s seniors,” said Social Security Commissioner Frank Bisignano. “For nearly 90 years, Social Security has been a cornerstone of economic security for older Americans. By significantly reducing the tax burden on benefits, this legislation reaffirms President Trump’s promise to protect Social Security and helps ensure that seniors can better enjoy the retirement they’ve earned."

The new law includes a provision that eliminates federal income taxes on Social Security benefits for most beneficiaries, providing relief to individuals and couples. Additionally, it provides an enhanced deduction for taxpayers aged 65 and older, ensuring that retirees can keep more of what they have earned.

Social Security remains committed to providing timely, accurate information to the public and will continue working closely with federal partners to ensure beneficiaries understand how this legislation may affect them.

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So, this BS email from Social Security on passage of BBB (Original Post) NCDem47 Jul 2025 OP
It's your government at work, gaslighting you. dem4decades Jul 2025 #1
Well, when Social Security stops my benefits (possibly, likely), then no_hypocrisy Jul 2025 #2
I feel slighted Mossfern Jul 2025 #3
BullSHIT from Neo Nazis! I didn't get one. Cha Jul 2025 #4

no_hypocrisy

(54,063 posts)
2. Well, when Social Security stops my benefits (possibly, likely), then
Thu Jul 3, 2025, 08:55 PM
Jul 2025

I won't have any concerns about paying federal tax on those benefits.

Mossfern

(4,588 posts)
3. I feel slighted
Thu Jul 3, 2025, 09:04 PM
Jul 2025

I didn't get that letter.
I did get a statement last week though and needed to register with ID.me in order to read it.
They said that our passwords (well, at least mine) were no longer valid.
Fortunately I needed to register with ID.me in order to apply for NJ property tax relief previously.

Thank you DOGE

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