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In reply to the discussion: The Social Security Administration Is Being Gutted Now [View all]Abstractartist
(408 posts)Maybe I should have used the sarcasm thing cuz there are hidden
. Well never mind, but just let people know
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Congress has passed legislation to protect Social Security, such as the Social Security Fairness Act of 2023.
Congress is responsible for making sure that the trust funds that support Social Security remain healthy.
Congress must also ensure that Social Security benefits keep up with inflation and Americans' expenses.
Federal law protects Social Security benefits from most private debt collectors.
Social Security benefits are generally exempt from garnishment and bank levies from private creditors.
The Social Security Act of 1935 established a system of federal old-age benefits. The Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 repealed two provisions that reduced monthly benefits. The act was signed into law on January 5, 2025.