H.R.8405

Railroad Retirement Fairness Act

Introduced·4/21/26

Railroad Retirement Fairness Act eliminates certain deductions for annuities under the Railroad Retirement Act of 1974.

The Railroad Retirement Fairness Act amends the Railroad Retirement Act of 1974 to eliminate certain deductions for annuities. Specifically, it removes the deduction under section 2(f) of the Act, which previously reduced the amount of annuities paid to railroad employees and their families. This change aims to ensure fairness in the benefits provided to those who have worked in the railroad industry.

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History

Apr 21

House

Introduced in House

Apr 21

House

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.