What does Preamble of Preserving Social Security and Medicare for Citizens Act of 2026 do?

This bill, formally titled 'To amend titles II and XVIII of the Social Security Act to limit Social Security and Medicare benefits to certain individuals, and for other purposes,' proposes amendments to titles II and XVIII of the Social Security Act. The bill's stated purpose is to limit Social Security and Medicare benefits to certain individuals.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Preserving Social Security and Medicare for Citizens Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Preserving Social Security and Medicare for Citizens Act of 2026.

What does LIMITING MEDICARE ELIGIBILITY TO CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS. of Preserving Social Security and Medicare for Citizens Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1899C of the Social Security Act. Amendments are made to subsection (a) by adding 'or' at the end of paragraph (1), replacing a semicolon with a period in paragraph (2), and striking paragraphs (3) and (4). Subsection (b) is amended to restrict eligibility to paragraph (1) or (2). Individuals already entitled to benefits under Part A or enrolled under Part B as of the date of enactment are considered to have been so entitled or enrolled as of the date of enactment of Public Law 119-21 for purposes of section 1899C(b).

What does LIMITING SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS ELIGIBILITY TO CERTAIN of Preserving Social Security and Medicare for Citizens Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 202(y) of the Social Security Act. The amendment restricts Social Security monthly benefits to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully admitted for permanent residence. The amendment applies to monthly benefits for months beginning after the date of enactment of this Act.

What does EXPANDING FICA TAX TO INCLUDE REMUNERATION PAID TO CERTAIN of Preserving Social Security and Medicare for Citizens Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 3121(b) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 by striking paragraphs (1), (18), and (19).

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Preserving Social Security and Medicare for Citizens Act of 2026

Last updated: 3/26/2026 · Introduced: 3/26/2026

Author: Nancy Mace (R-SC)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill restricts Medicare eligibility by modifying existing requirements and limiting access to specific categories of individuals.
Social Security monthly benefits will be limited to U.S. citizens, nationals, or aliens lawfully admitted for permanent residence, beginning after the bill's enactment.
The bill removes certain exemptions from Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) tax, potentially expanding its application.

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