Social Security could keep running test projects that help disabled people try work without a sudden drop in income. The bill extends that power through 2031 and adds clearer rules for notices, funding, and measuring results.
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Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act is a House bill waiting for floor action. The latest recorded action: Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1398 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8800, H.R. 8595, H.R. 8884 and H. Res. 1383. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8800 and H.R. 8595 under a structured rule, and H.R. 8884 and H. Res. 1383 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate on each measure and one motion to recommit on H.R. 8800, H.R. 8595, and H.R. 8884.
Latest action on H.R. 8884: Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1398 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8800, H.R. 8595, H.R. 8884 and H. Res. 1383. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8800 and H.R. 8595 under a structured rule, and H.R. 8884 and H. Res. 1383 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate on each measure and one motion to recommit on H.R. 8800, H.R. 8595, and H.R. 8884.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects disabled people who receive Social Security Disability Insurance and may join a work-related test project. It also affects the Social Security Administration, which would get more time and clearer rules to run these tests. Congress would get earlier notice and more information before new tests begin. The Social Security trust funds could pay extra benefits tied to these projects.
Why this matters: Many disabled people worry that trying work could put needed benefits at risk. This bill would let Social Security keep testing ways to reduce that risk in the Disability Insurance program. It does not make a permanent rule change for most people. But the results of these tests could shape future benefit rules. The income protection rule may also make people more willing to join a test.
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