Social Security Funding
The latest news and developments affecting Social Security funding, and how legislative moves may help or hurt the program.
Social Security Fairness Act Calls for 2024 Back Payments
By John ManganaroThe bill repealing the controversial Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset awaits President Biden's signature.
December 05, 2024
Trump Taps Fiserv CEO for Social Security ChiefFrank Bisignano is also a veteran of JPMorgan Chase and Citigroup.
December 04, 2024
Dissecting a GOP Senator's Misleading Social Security AttackWhile it’s fair to criticize the program’s shortcomings, stretching the truth doesn’t benefit anyone.
December 03, 2024
How to Plan Around Tax PoliticsDon't rush to make big changes, Roger Young of T. Rowe Price cautions advisors.
November 27, 2024
8 Big Retirement Bills Introduced in 2024Proposals include ending taxes on Social Security benefits and changing the COLA calculation.
November 26, 2024
7 Big Unknowns That Could Shake Up Retirement PlanningWith promised tax cuts to fund and Social Security insolvency looming, policy changes could be coming in 2025.
November 01, 2024
Across Party Lines, Protecting Social Security Is Top Priority: SurveyThe NIRS poll also finds that debt levels are preventing Americans from saving for retirement.
October 21, 2024
Trump's Tariffs, Tax Plans Could Bankrupt Social Security by 2031: ReportResearchers warn cutting taxes on Social Security benefits, tips and overtime would leave Social Security insolvent years earlier.