OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Susan Muffley Act of 2022
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3766.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2022-03-07.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Increased monthly pension benefits to the full vested amount for eligible participants and beneficiaries.
- Lump-sum payments for past underpayments, with 6% annual interest, for those whose benefits were previously reduced.
- Establishment of a special trust fund within the U.S. Treasury to finance these increased payments.
- Option to spread the taxation of lump-sum payments over three years, potentially reducing the tax burden in a single year.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.
What is the impact of this bill?
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