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Ending the "Marriage Penalty" in SSI Benefits for Individuals with Disabilities

This bill aims to simplify life for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities who receive SSI benefits. Currently, if such an individual marries, their benefits may be reduced due to their spouse's income or resources. The new provisions seek to change this, allowing them to marry without fear of losing financial support.
Key points
SSI benefits for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities will no longer be reduced due to marriage.
A spouse's income and resources will not be considered when determining SSI benefit amounts for these individuals.
The changes will take effect more than 180 days after the bill's enactment, allowing time for adjustment to the new rules.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_73
Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Process start date: 2025-01-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_73.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • SSI benefits for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities will no longer be reduced due to marriage.
  • A spouse's income and resources will not be considered when determining SSI benefit amounts for these individuals.
  • The changes will take effect more than 180 days after the bill's enactment, allowing time for adjustment to the new rules.
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. Moran, Jerry [R-KS].

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 2025-12-23.

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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Benefits Family