arrow_back Back to App

Protecting Benefits: Medicare, Social Security, and Military Despite Debt Limit

This proposed bill aims to ensure that benefits like Social Security, Medicare, veterans' benefits, and military pay are disbursed on time, even if the government reaches its debt ceiling. This means citizens should not worry about delays in receiving these crucial payments, which are vital for their daily lives and financial security.
Key points
Ensures continuous payment of Social Security (retirement, disability) and Medicare (healthcare) benefits regardless of the public debt limit.
Guarantees timely payments of veterans' disability benefits and military salaries, even if the debt ceiling is reached.
Authorizes the Treasury to issue special obligations that will not count towards the debt limit to fund these essential benefits.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_3157
Sponsor: Rep. Nunn, Zachary [R-IA-3]
Process start date: 2023-05-09
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting American Benefits Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3157.

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 2023-05-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ensures continuous payment of Social Security (retirement, disability) and Medicare (healthcare) benefits regardless of the public debt limit.
  • Guarantees timely payments of veterans' disability benefits and military salaries, even if the debt ceiling is reached.
  • Authorizes the Treasury to issue special obligations that will not count towards the debt limit to fund these essential benefits.
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. Nunn, Zachary [R-IA-3].

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 2025-12-25.

CATEGORIES

Benefits Economy