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Disability Support: Return to Work and New Benefit Rules.

This act aims to help individuals receiving disability benefits return to the workforce. It introduces new disability classifications, changes medical review procedures, and offers incentives for employment, including tax credits for employers.
Key points
New Disability Classifications: Individuals will be categorized based on expected medical improvement (e.g., improvement expected, likely, possible, not expected).
Periodic Medical Reviews: Individuals with expected medical improvement will undergo more frequent reviews to determine continued eligibility for benefits.
Time-Limited Benefits: For individuals with expected or likely medical improvement, benefits may be time-limited (up to 23 or 59 months).
Work Incentives: Establishes a program allowing disabled individuals to return to work and receive partial benefits, even if their earnings exceed a certain level.
Employer Tax Credit: Businesses hiring Social Security disability beneficiaries may receive a tax credit.
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Print number: 118_HR_6428
Sponsor: Rep. Hill, J. French [R-AR-2]
Process start date: 2023-11-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Social Security Disability Insurance Return to Work Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6428.

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 2023-11-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New Disability Classifications: Individuals will be categorized based on expected medical improvement (e.g., improvement expected, likely, possible, not expected).
  • Periodic Medical Reviews: Individuals with expected medical improvement will undergo more frequent reviews to determine continued eligibility for benefits.
  • Time-Limited Benefits: For individuals with expected or likely medical improvement, benefits may be time-limited (up to 23 or 59 months).
  • Work Incentives: Establishes a program allowing disabled individuals to return to work and receive partial benefits, even if their earnings exceed a certain level.
  • Employer Tax Credit: Businesses hiring Social Security disability beneficiaries may receive a tax credit.
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. Hill, J. French [R-AR-2].

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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