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SSI Benefits Overhaul: Higher Income/Asset Limits, End of Marriage Penalty.

This act aims to make Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits more accessible for the elderly, blind, and disabled. It increases income and resource limits for eligibility and removes barriers like the "marriage penalty" and the requirement for special accounts for past-due benefits.
Key points
Increased income and resource limits for SSI eligibility, allowing more individuals to qualify.
Elimination of the "marriage penalty," meaning married couples will no longer receive lower benefits than two single individuals.
Exclusion of retirement accounts from resource limits, protecting retirement savings.
Repeal of penalties for disposing of resources for less than fair market value, simplifying asset management.
Streamlining rules for past-due benefits and extending the period for excluding certain payments from countable resources.
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Print number: 117_HR_3824
Sponsor: Rep. Grijalva, Raúl M. [D-AZ-3]
Process start date: 2021-06-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3824.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased income and resource limits for SSI eligibility, allowing more individuals to qualify.
  • Elimination of the "marriage penalty," meaning married couples will no longer receive lower benefits than two single individuals.
  • Exclusion of retirement accounts from resource limits, protecting retirement savings.
  • Repeal of penalties for disposing of resources for less than fair market value, simplifying asset management.
  • Streamlining rules for past-due benefits and extending the period for excluding certain payments from countable resources.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Grijalva, Raúl M. [D-AZ-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Worker and Family Support.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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