Social Security Funding
The latest news and developments affecting Social Security funding, and how legislative moves may help or hurt the program.
Republicans Call for Raising Retirement Age
By Jack FitzpatrickThe Republican Study Committee's 2025 budget also suggests reducing benefits for top earners who aren't near retirement.
February 08, 2024
Here's What's Wrong With Ending 401(k) Tax Breaks to Fund Social Security: ICI EconomistOne can portray the U.S. retirement system as unfair, but the real picture is nuanced, Peter Brady says.
February 05, 2024
What If We Ended 401(k) Tax Breaks to Save Social Security?Prominent researchers differ on whether this would be double taxation or a smart use of revenue.
January 31, 2024
Repeal Income Tax on Social Security? What Retirement Experts Think of New BillIs the You Earned It, You Keep It Act realistic? Marcia Mantell, Michael Finke and others weigh in.
January 30, 2024
6 Things to Know About the Bill to Repeal Tax on Social SecurityAnalysis shows that the You Earned It, You Keep It Act could actually reduce the federal debt.
January 22, 2024
Retirement Policy: What to Expect in 2024 and BeyondInvesco's government affairs chief expects continued work behind the scenes even as the election takes the spotlight.
January 16, 2024
How to Talk to Clients Under 55 About Social SecurityEmpowering these clients to run their own scenarios can help ease their fears around the program's future.
December 27, 2023
Americans More Optimistic About Social Security: GallupHalf of adults aged 18 to 29 predicted that they will receive benefits, up from 34% in 2015.