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Modernizing Personal Needs Allowances for Institutionalized SSI Recipients

This bill doubles the monthly personal needs allowance for institutionalized individuals who receive SSI benefits. It ensures these individuals have more money for personal expenses and that these amounts increase with cost-of-living adjustments.
Key points
Doubles the monthly personal allowance from $360 to $720, and from $720 to $1,440 for individuals in institutions.
Links the allowance to cost-of-living adjustments (COLA).
Applies to benefits for months after December 31, 2025.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7573
Sponsor: Rep. Dexter, Maxine [D-OR-3]
Process start date: 2026-02-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Modernize SSI Stipends Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7573.

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 2026-02-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Doubles the monthly personal allowance from $360 to $720, and from $720 to $1,440 for individuals in institutions.
  • Links the allowance to cost-of-living adjustments (COLA).
  • Applies to benefits for months after December 31, 2025.
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. Dexter, Maxine [D-OR-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 2026-03-07.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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