WASHINGTON, DC (January 7, 2025) – U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05), Dean of the House cosponsored and voted for the Social Security Fairness Act, which was passed by Congress in the final months of 2024, ensuring millions of Americans will begin receiving larger Social Security payments. On Sunday, President Biden signed the legislation into law. 
 
The law eliminates the reductions on Social Security benefits for public employees who were entitled to public pensions from work not covered by Social Security. It specifically repeals the flawed Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO), giving retirees the benefits they earned while working in the private sector. 
 
“This new law is a historic win for nearly three million American workers who have paid into Social Security, namely retired police officers, firefighters, teachers and postal workers, among others. It adds confidence to their ability to afford retirement and enjoy the life that they worked hard for,” said Congressman Rogers. “I have cosponsored this bill for many years and tirelessly pushed for its passage, so I applaud my colleagues in the House and Senate for getting the bill over the finish line and onto the President’s desk.” 
 
Beneficiaries will receive an average of $360 more each month, as a result of the new law. 
 
The Social Security Administration created a webpage to help beneficiaries understand more about the changes. The SSA encourages individuals to update their current mailing address and direct deposit information. Visit ssa.gov for more information. 
 
For more information about Congressman Rogers’ work in Washington and at home in Kentucky, visit halrogers.house.gov and follow him on social media. 

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Click here to go directly to the SSA's webpage for the Social Security Fairness Act.