arrow_back Back to App

Limit on Social Security Benefit Withholding for Overpayments

This new law limits how much the government can deduct from monthly Social Security benefits due to overpayments. Now, without an individual's request, no more than 10% of the monthly benefit can be withheld, unless the overpayment was due to fraud. This aims to protect beneficiaries from sudden, large reductions in their income.
Key points
The maximum deduction from Social Security benefits for overpayments is now 10% of the monthly amount, unless the individual requests a higher rate.
This limit applies to overpayments not caused by fraud or similar fault on the part of the beneficiary.
The changes are effective immediately upon enactment and apply to all outstanding and future overpayments.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Introduced
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2999
Sponsor: Rep. Evans, Dwight [D-PA-3]
Process start date: 2025-04-24
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

To amend title II of the Social Security Act to provide that not more than 10 percent of a monthly benefit may be withheld on account of overpayments.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2999.

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 2025-04-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The maximum deduction from Social Security benefits for overpayments is now 10% of the monthly amount, unless the individual requests a higher rate.
  • This limit applies to overpayments not caused by fraud or similar fault on the part of the beneficiary.
  • The changes are effective immediately upon enactment and apply to all outstanding and future overpayments.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Evans, Dwight [D-PA-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 2025-12-22.

CATEGORIES

Benefits