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SSI Restoration Act 2026: Increased Benefits and Higher Asset Limits

This bill significantly increases financial support for seniors and people with disabilities by aligning payments with the federal poverty line. It simplifies eligibility by raising asset limits and ensuring retirement savings do not count against applicants.
Key points
Increases monthly benefit amounts to match the federal poverty guideline.
Raises asset limits to $10,000 for individuals and $20,000 for married couples.
Excludes retirement accounts from being counted as financial resources.
Eliminates the 'marriage penalty,' allowing couples to receive double the individual rate.
In-kind support like free food or shelter will no longer reduce monthly benefit payments.
Extends the SSI program to Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_4001
Sponsor: Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]
Process start date: 2026-03-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act of 2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_4001.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-03-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increases monthly benefit amounts to match the federal poverty guideline.
  • Raises asset limits to $10,000 for individuals and $20,000 for married couples.
  • Excludes retirement accounts from being counted as financial resources.
  • Eliminates the 'marriage penalty,' allowing couples to receive double the individual rate.
  • In-kind support like free food or shelter will no longer reduce monthly benefit payments.
  • Extends the SSI program to Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories.
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 Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-03-20.

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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