Social Security Funding
The latest news and developments affecting Social Security funding, and how legislative moves may help or hurt the program.
Americans More Optimistic About Social Security: Gallup
By Michael S. FischerHalf of adults aged 18 to 29 predicted that they will receive benefits, up from 34% in 2015.
November 29, 2023
Here's How Long the CDC Expects Your Clients to Live NowThe new report shows U.S. adults still face a big decrease in expected years of life.
November 28, 2023
House Panel to Take Up Bill to 'Fast Track' Social Security CutsThe Budget Committee plans to review Wednesday the Fiscal Stability Act, which would set up a fiscal commission.
November 07, 2023
The Real State of the Social Security ProgramIt's natural that Americans harbor concerns about Social Security's finances, but overblown fears could damage the program further.
November 03, 2023
7 Benefit Adjustments That Could Help Save Social SecurityActing soon would allow for tax increases and benefit reductions to be phased in gradually, a report argues.
October 31, 2023
7 Money-Raisers That Could Help Save Social Security (If We Act Now)Acting sooner means more options and less pain, according to the American Academy of Actuaries.
August 14, 2023
Here's the Size of Social Security Cuts if Congress Doesn't Act Soon: CRFBThe 70 million retirees, dependents and survivors collecting benefits could face steep cuts as soon as 2033.
August 08, 2023
90% of Americans Plan to Claim Social Security Before 70: SurveyThe choice not to wait for larger benefit payments is a deliberate one, the survey found.