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Protecting Social Security Benefits for Individuals Under Guardianship

This act aims to better protect Social Security benefits for seniors under guardianship. It mandates data sharing between Social Security and states to quickly detect changes in guardianship status and prevent misuse. This ensures that funds reach the correct individuals, providing citizens with greater assurance that their benefits are secure.
Key points
Data Exchange: Social Security will automatically share data with states to identify individuals under guardianship who receive benefits.
Quick Response: If a guardian changes, Social Security will promptly redetermine the appropriate representative payee.
Reporting: Social Security will regularly report to Congress on the number of benefits paid to non-family representative payees, increasing transparency.
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Print number: 117_HR_6358
Sponsor: Rep. Crist, Charlie [D-FL-13]
Process start date: 2022-01-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Senior Guardianship Social Security Protection Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6358.

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 2022-01-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Data Exchange: Social Security will automatically share data with states to identify individuals under guardianship who receive benefits.
  • Quick Response: If a guardian changes, Social Security will promptly redetermine the appropriate representative payee.
  • Reporting: Social Security will regularly report to Congress on the number of benefits paid to non-family representative payees, increasing transparency.
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. Crist, Charlie [D-FL-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

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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