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Repeal of GPO and WEP Provisions in Social Security Act

This Act amends the Social Security Act to repeal the Government Pension Offset (GPO) and the Windfall Elimination Provisions (WEP). These changes affect the calculation of benefits and apply to monthly insurance benefits payable for months after December 2023.
Key points
Repeal of Government Pension Offset (GPO): The Act removes provisions that could reduce benefits for spouses or surviving spouses (amending Section 202 of the Act).
Repeal of Windfall Elimination Provisions (WEP): The Act removes provisions affecting the computation of the primary insurance amount (amending Section 215 of the Act).
The changes apply to benefits payable for months after December 2023.
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Additional Information
Social Security Fairness Act of 2023
Print number: HR 82
Sponsor: Rep. Graves, Garret [R-LA-6]
Process start date: 2023-01-09
Voting date: 2024-12-21
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 338
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Repeal of GPO and WEP Provisions in Social Security Act

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 82.

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 2023-01-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Repeal of Government Pension Offset (GPO): The Act removes provisions that could reduce benefits for spouses or surviving spouses (amending Section 202 of the Act).
  • Repeal of Windfall Elimination Provisions (WEP): The Act removes provisions affecting the computation of the primary insurance amount (amending Section 215 of the Act).
  • The changes apply to benefits payable for months after December 2023.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Graves, Garret [R-LA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 118-273.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 82

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