Legislation
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3 Ways to Save Social Security and Medicare
By John ManganaroRaising the full retirement age, adding taxes on the wealthy and retargeting benefits are some options on the table.
April 04, 2023
Senate Bill Could Help Protect Clients From Bad GuardiansS. 1148 would form an oversight council, support data collection and fund state advocacy programs.
April 04, 2023
My Wacky Idea to Save Social SecurityThere is a way to avoid cutting benefits and raising taxes. But will Americans embrace it?
April 03, 2023
7 New Social Security Bills in Congress NowOne bill aims to guarantee benefits during a debt limit standoff, for instance; another would raise benefits by over $2,000 a year.
March 31, 2023
Hopes for Bipartisan Social Security Fix Dimmed by Biden-GOP TensionsThe breakdown comes despite signs that Social Security benefits are at real risk if current policies aren't changed.
March 31, 2023
Social Security Retirement Fund on Track to Go Bust in 2033: Trustees ReportAllowing the programs to become insolvent could lead to reductions in benefits, The Senior Citizens League says.
March 30, 2023
Hospital Shuns Original Medicare Users: LawmakerA House hearing witness said hospitals should face tougher price reporting standards.
March 30, 2023
7 Estate Planning Challenges to Tackle TodayThe current interest rate climate and tax-friendly framework could shift, so financial advisors and their clients need to act soon.