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Protecting Public Servants' Social Security Benefits and Addressing WEP

This act aims to provide fairer Social Security benefits for individuals who have worked in both public service (without Social Security contributions) and the private sector. It introduces a new benefit calculation method to reduce the negative impact of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and provides additional monthly payments for those currently affected by WEP. The changes are set to take effect from 2025 and also improve the clarity of benefit information for public servants.
Key points
New Benefit Calculation Rules: Individuals who worked in non-covered employment (e.g., teachers, police, firefighters) and also paid into Social Security will have their benefits calculated more favorably to prevent significant reductions.
Additional Payments for Current Retirees: Those whose Social Security benefits are already reduced by WEP may receive an additional monthly payment of up to $150, starting approximately 9 months after the act's enactment.
Improved Benefit Statements: Starting in 2025, Social Security statements for public servants will include more detailed information about their non-covered earnings and how these might affect their future benefits.
Social Security Trust Fund Protection: The act includes financial mechanisms to ensure that the changes do not negatively impact the stability of the Social Security trust funds.
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Print number: 118_HR_4260
Sponsor: Rep. Neal, Richard E. [D-MA-1]
Process start date: 2023-06-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Public Servants Protection and Fairness Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4260.

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 2023-06-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New Benefit Calculation Rules: Individuals who worked in non-covered employment (e.g., teachers, police, firefighters) and also paid into Social Security will have their benefits calculated more favorably to prevent significant reductions.
  • Additional Payments for Current Retirees: Those whose Social Security benefits are already reduced by WEP may receive an additional monthly payment of up to $150, starting approximately 9 months after the act's enactment.
  • Improved Benefit Statements: Starting in 2025, Social Security statements for public servants will include more detailed information about their non-covered earnings and how these might affect their future benefits.
  • Social Security Trust Fund Protection: The act includes financial mechanisms to ensure that the changes do not negatively impact the stability of the Social Security trust funds.
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. Neal, Richard E. [D-MA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Social Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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