What does Preamble of RECON Act do?

This bill aims to amend titles II and XVI of the Social Security Act The amendment would make the reconsideration review process optional

What does SHORT TITLE. of RECON Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Respecting Every Claimant's appeal Options Now Act, also known as the RECON Act.

What does ELIMINATION OF MANDATORY RECONSIDERATION REVIEW. of RECON Act do?

This section amends titles II and XVI of the Social Security Act. The amendments require the Commissioner to provide an opportunity for a hearing upon request regarding initial decisions or determinations. The Commissioner is prohibited from requiring reconsideration of an initial decision or determination before a hearing. These amendments apply to initial decisions or determinations made one year after the Act's enactment.

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RECON Act

Last updated: 4/23/2026 · Introduced: 4/23/2026

Author: Valerie Foushee (D-NC)

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The reconsideration review process for Social Security claims would become optional under this bill.
The Commissioner would be required to provide an opportunity for a hearing upon request regarding initial decisions or determinations.
The Commissioner would be prohibited from requiring reconsideration of an initial decision or determination before a hearing.

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