Social Security Funding
The latest news and developments affecting Social Security funding, and how legislative moves may help or hurt the program.
How Concerned Should Advisors Be About Social Security Cuts? Very.
By Marcia MantellIt's not too early to discuss what a depleted trust fund in 2033 would mean for clients.
September 02, 2025
Would Taxing Workplace Health Benefits Help Save Social Security?Such a policy change would decrease the program's funding shortfall, researchers say, but there’s a catch.
August 28, 2025
New $6,000 Deduction for Seniors Doesn't Repeal Social Security TaxesThe recent statement that Trump's tax law "eliminated federal income taxes on Social Security" is misleading, groups say.
August 22, 2025
Proposed Social Security-Style Long-Term Care Benefit Gets High MarksProvisions of the WISH Act would dramatically improve many Americans’ retirement prospects, a Morningstar report suggests.
August 14, 2025
Just 10% of Seniors Are OK With Their Social Security Checks: ReportMost older adults are still feeling the effects of inflation spikes from the early 2020s, a recent poll finds.
August 05, 2025
New Bill Requires Congress to OK Social Security ChangesThe Hands Off Our Social Security Act would mandate congressional approval of any benefits or service adjustments.
July 17, 2025
This Big Driver of Social Security Insolvency Has Long Been IgnoredThe aging population and payroll tax trends don't tell the whole story, former Social Security official Andrew Biggs says.
July 08, 2025
6 Reasons Social Security Is Getting Even ShakierSignificant concerns include a high pace of deportations and longer lifespans, Alicia Munnell writes.