Politics NY 06/29/2021

Federal Democratic lawmakers are hoping the second time’s a charm for legislation recently re-introduced that proposes a steep raise for people currently living on Social Security Income (SSI) disability benefits.

The Social Security Income Restoration Act would raise monthly benefits 31% to get older adults and people with disabilities out of poverty, increase assets for individuals up to $10,000 and for couples up to $20,000. The act was first introduced in last year’s legislative session.

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