H.R.2999

To amend title II of the Social Security Act to provide that not more than 10 percent of a monthly benefit may be withheld on account of overpayments.

Introduced·4/24/25
Introduced in House Text

Limits monthly benefit withholding to 10% for Social Security overpayments.

The bill amends title II of the Social Security Act to ensure that no more than 10% of a monthly benefit can be withheld to recover overpayments, unless the individual requests a higher rate. This change applies to overpayments occurring on or after the bill's enactment date.

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Ways And Means Committee
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Apr 24, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Apr 24, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.