Social Security Applauds Passage of Legislation Providing Historic Tax Relief for Seniors
Reading Time: 1 MinuteLast Updated: July 7, 2025
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is celebrating the passage of the One Big, Beautiful Bill, a landmark piece of legislation that delivers long-awaited tax relief to millions of older Americans.
The bill ensures that nearly 90% of Social Security beneficiaries will no longer pay federal income taxes on their benefits, providing meaningful and immediate relief to seniors who have spent a lifetime contributing to our nation’s economy.
“This is a historic step forward for America’s seniors,” said Social Security Commissioner Frank Bisignano. “For nearly 90 years, Social Security has been a cornerstone of economic security for older Americans. By significantly reducing the tax burden on benefits, this legislation reaffirms President Trump’s promise to protect Social Security and helps ensure that seniors can better enjoy the retirement they’ve earned.”
The new law includes a provision that eliminates federal income taxes on Social Security benefits for most beneficiaries, providing relief to individuals and couples. It does so by providing an enhanced deduction for taxpayers aged 65 and older, ensuring that retirees can keep more of what they earned.
Social Security remains committed to providing timely, accurate information to the public and will continue working closely with federal partners to ensure beneficiaries understand how this legislation may affect them.
For more information about Social Security programs and benefits, visit www.ssa.gov.
Correction Notice: This blog was updated on July 7, 2025. The second sentence of the fourth paragraph originally read, “Additionally, it provides an enhanced deduction for taxpayers aged 65 and older, ensuring that retirees can keep more of what they have earned.”
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Natalie G.
I’m on survival benefits I’m disabled bed bound and on dialysis in California how will this effect me my in com is 1575 monthly I’m 58 yrs old
Diana B.
When will this change go into effect? Your announcement says “immediate relief”. If it is signed into law tomorrow when will it start?
Deanna M.
Who has ever paid Federal taxes on social security payments?
Sally P.
Wow, what a toxic spin on one of the cruelest, most devastating pieces of legislation in US history. Stop gaslighting us.
Wazola
When can we see all the details? Are they listed on SSA’s website?
Ralph M.
Nice! In companion to the Fairness Act passed early January the relief makes for quite a bit of help for my family.
Michael W.
This article provided little information on the new ss tax rates under the BBB. A total fluff piece.
James M.
Not enough detail
Sally P.
Wow, what a toxic spin on one of the cruelest, most devastating bills in US history. Stop gaslighting us.
Jack S.
This will save me a lot of money that I can use on my wife and myself. Thanks to all of those that made this possible.