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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Sue L.
This is shameful for SSA to politicize this legislation. The is NOT One Big, Beautiful Bill for the millions of people who lose medical coverage.
tall
I was really hoping this was a scam blog post. If it isn’t, then I’ve lost all confidence in your organization. You are applauding killing people. That’s disgusting and heartless. Don’t worry about responding as I’m blocking you everywhere. Pathetic
Sandra
What is the income threshold for seniors not to pay taxes on social security earnings.
Freddy
This is a temporary relieve on the back of more taxes on everything else … such a bs.
Ronald C.
I would appreciate if the Social Security Administration would explain when they will stop withholding Federal tax from our monthly checks, instead of only applauding the bills passage.
Bob G.
Why does it say 90% will see tax relief, who are the 10% who will not?
Cheryl D.
Rather than voicing your negativity, how about displaying some gratefulness or is that too difficult for you? Want more info? Fine. Try your favorite search engine or turn on TV network. You’ll get the most info in easy to understand from FOX.
XXXXX
Cheryl D., FOX is not a legitimately serious news network. It is a propaganda network with entertainment hosts rather than professional investigative journalists.
Ronald C.
I would appreciate if the Social Security Administration would explain when they will stop withholding Federal tax from our monthly checks, instead of only applauding the bills passage.
Dan M.
If federal taxes are taken from social security monthly payments will that amount be adjusted to reflect the lower tax?
Jeremy
no
Shealia M.
When does the no tax on social security go into effect?
Jeremy
there is no “no tax for social security”, there is a $6000 deduction for only those over 65 and will expire in 2029