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$200 Monthly Inflation Relief Payments for Social Security and Veterans Recipients.

This Act introduces temporary, additional payments of $200 per month for individuals receiving Social Security, SSI, Railroad Retirement, and Veterans benefits. These payments are designed to provide relief from inflation and will be disbursed for six months, from January through June 2026. Crucially, this extra money is tax-free and will not affect eligibility for other federal assistance programs.
Key points
Eligible recipients will receive an extra $200 per month for six months (January to June 2026) if they receive Social Security, SSI, Railroad Retirement, or Veterans benefits.
The payments are exempt from federal income tax and will not count as income when determining eligibility for other federal aid programs.
Regardless of how many benefits you receive, you are limited to one $200 monthly payment.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6193
Sponsor: Rep. Horsford, Steven [D-NV-4]
Process start date: 2025-11-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Social Security Emergency Inflation Relief Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6193.

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 2025-11-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Eligible recipients will receive an extra $200 per month for six months (January to June 2026) if they receive Social Security, SSI, Railroad Retirement, or Veterans benefits.
  • The payments are exempt from federal income tax and will not count as income when determining eligibility for other federal aid programs.
  • Regardless of how many benefits you receive, you are limited to one $200 monthly payment.
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. Horsford, Steven [D-NV-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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