Social Security Benefits
Social Security Announces 2.8 Percent Benefit Increase for 2026
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Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments for 75 million Americans will increase 2.8 percent in 2026. On average, Social Security retirement benefits will increase by about $56 per month starting in January. Over the last decade the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) increase has averaged about 3.1 percent. The COLA was 2.5 percent in […]
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Social Security Transition to Electronic Payments—Deadline Approaching: What You Need to Do Before September 30
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As the September 30 deadline approaches, this is an important reminder to prepare for the transition to electronic payments. All federal benefit payments will soon be issued electronically, and paper checks will be phased out in most cases. If you still receive paper checks, now is the time to act. To avoid any disruption in payments, […]
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What You Should Know About Social Security if Your Spouse Passes Away
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The death of a spouse is among the most stressful life events. Losing a spouse can be devastating both emotionally and financially. You can depend on us during this difficult time. Can I get surviving spouse benefits? When your spouse passes away, you may be able to get benefits as a surviving spouse – even […]
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You May Be Able to Work and Receive Social Security Benefits
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“Can I work and get benefits?” is perhaps one of the most common questions we’re asked. The answer depends on your age and your earnings. Our rules about working and getting retirement, spouse, or survivor benefits are based on earnings limits. If you’re getting benefits now (or will in the future) and plan to work, […]
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Social Security Statement on President Trump’s Memorandum, “Preventing Illegal Aliens from Obtaining Social Security Act Benefits”
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The Social Security Administration (SSA) yesterday expressed its full support for President Trump’s memorandum, “Preventing Illegal Aliens from Receiving Social Security Act Benefits.” This memorandum reinforces SSA’s commitment to safeguarding taxpayer dollars and ensuring the integrity of the programs it administers. “The Social Security Administration is dedicated to protecting the vital benefits that American workers […]
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Social Security Pays Billions of Dollars in Retroactive Payments
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The Social Security Administration (SSA) today shared its significant progress to quickly implement the Social Security Fairness Act. Through March 4, 2025, SSA has already paid 1,127,723 people more than $7.5 billion in retroactive payments. The retroactive payments are the result of the repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO). […]
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Social Security Announces Expedited Retroactive Payments and Higher Monthly Benefits for Millions – Actions Support the Social Security Fairness Act
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Today, the Social Security Administration announced it is immediately beginning to pay retroactive benefits and will increase monthly benefit payments to people whose benefits have been affected by the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO). These provisions reduced or eliminated the Social Security benefits for over 3.2 million people who receive a […]
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You May Be Eligible for SSI and Social Security Benefits
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This is Part 1 of our ongoing series about our disability programs. You may be able to get Supplemental Security Income (SSI) even if you already receive Social Security benefits. About 2.5 million adults and children get SSI and Social Security at the same time. We pay Social Security benefits to workers and their eligible […]
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Social Security Announces New Resources for Sickle Cell Warriors
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Are you a sickle cell warrior or do you know someone with sickle cell disease? At Social Security, we’re committed to supporting sickle cell warriors and the people who care for them. An adult or child with sickle cell disease may be eligible for benefits through Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income […]
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5 Social Security Messages for Holiday Gatherings
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‘Tis the season for holiday celebrations. When gathering ‘round Christmas trees or the candles of Hanukkah or Kwanzaa, may you be surrounded by the love of family and friends. As you dine on traditional favorites, we hope you enjoy good food and conversation. If the topic of Social Security comes up during a holiday get-together, […]
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