What does Preamble of Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act of 2026 do?

This bill proposes to amend title XVI of the Social Security Act. The stated purpose is to update eligibility for the supplemental security income program. The bill also includes provisions for other purposes, though these are not specified in this section.

What does UPDATE IN ELIGIBILITY FOR THE SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME of Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act of 2026 do?

This section amends the Social Security Act to update eligibility criteria for the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program. The general income exclusion under Section 1612(b)(2)(A) is increased to $1,892 in 2026, with subsequent annual increases described in Section 1617(d). The earned income exclusion under Section 1612(b)(4) is increased to $6,149 in 2026, also with subsequent annual increases described in Section 1617(d). The resource limit for individuals under Section 1611(a)(3)(A) is set at $20,000 in 2026, and for couples under Section 1611(a)(3)(B) at $10,000 in 2026, both with subsequent annual increases. Section 1617 is amended to include an inflation adjustment for the amounts specified in Sections 1611(a)(3), 1612(b)(2)(A), and 1612(b)(4) after 2026. The inflation adjustment uses the Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers (CPI-E) to calculate increases.

What does UPDATE IN SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME BENEFIT AMOUNTS AND of Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1611(b) of the Social Security Act to modify Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefit amounts. For individuals without an eligible spouse, the benefit rate for calendar years 1974 through 2026 is set at $1,752, or a higher amount determined under section 1617. After 2026, the benefit rate for individuals without an eligible spouse will equal twice the annual poverty guideline for a single individual, adjusted annually by the Department of Health and Human Services. For individuals with an eligible spouse, the benefit rate for calendar years 1974 through 2026 is set at $2,628, or a higher amount determined under section 1617. After 2026, the benefit rate for individuals with an eligible spouse will equal twice the rate described for individuals without a spouse. The section also makes conforming changes to Section 1617(a)(1) of the Social Security Act. The amendments made by this section apply with respect to calendar years after 2026.

What does SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE FURNISHED IN KIND NOT INCLUDED AS of Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1612(a)(2) of the Social Security Act to exclude support or maintenance furnished in kind from being considered income. The amendments modify clauses within Section 1612(a)(2) to clarify the exclusion of in-kind support and maintenance. Section 1611(c) of the Social Security Act is amended by striking paragraph (6) and redesignating subsequent paragraphs. Amendments are made to subparagraphs (F), (G), and (H) of Section 1612(a)(2) to further refine the treatment of income. Section 1621(c) of the Social Security Act is revised to specify that cash support from a sponsor, reflecting income considered for the alien's benefit, is not considered the alien's income.

What does EXCLUSION OF RETIREMENT ACCOUNTS FROM RESOURCES. of Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1613(a) of the Social Security Act. Paragraph (16) of Section 1613(a) is modified by replacing ``; and'' with a semicolon. Paragraph (17) of Section 1613(a) is modified by replacing the period at the end with ``; and''. A new paragraph (18) is added to Section 1613(a) to exclude qualified retirement plans and eligible deferred compensation plans from resources. The definition of these plans is based on sections 4974(c) and 457(b) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.

What does REPEAL OF PENALTY FOR DISPOSAL OF RESOURCES FOR LESS THAN FAIR of Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1613(c) of the Social Security Act. The Social Security Commissioner must inform individuals applying for or having their Medicaid eligibility redetermined about potential ineligibility periods under Section 1917(c) due to disposing of resources for less than fair market value. The Commissioner must obtain information from individuals that State Medicaid agencies can use to determine if an ineligibility period is required. The Commissioner of Social Security will provide this information to State Medicaid agencies upon request.

What does CLARIFYING THE TREATMENT OF CERTAIN STATE TAX CREDITS. of Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Title XVI of the Social Security Act. It modifies section 1612(b)(19) to include State income tax refunds related to State earned income tax credits in certain calculations. It also modifies section 1613(a)(11) to include State income tax refunds related to State child tax credits and State earned income tax credits in certain calculations. The Secretary is responsible for defining 'State earned income tax credit' and 'State child tax credit'.

What does TREATMENT OF TRIBAL GENERAL WELFARE PAYMENTS. of Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act of 2026 do?

This section amends the Social Security Act to exclude the value of Indian general welfare benefits from income. It also amends the Social Security Act to exclude the value of Indian general welfare benefits from resources. The definition of 'Indian general welfare benefit' is referenced from section 139E of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.

What does ELIMINATION OF DEDICATED ACCOUNTS FOR CERTAIN PAST-DUE of Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act of 2026 do?

This section amends the Social Security Act to eliminate dedicated accounts for certain past-due benefits. Specifically, it strikes subparagraph (F) of Section 1631(a)(2) of the Social Security Act. The amendments involve redesignating existing subparagraphs and clauses within Section 1631(a)(2) to reflect the removal of subparagraph (F). Section 1612(b) of the Social Security Act is amended by striking paragraph (21) and redesignating subsequent paragraphs. Section 1613(a) of the Social Security Act is amended to strike paragraph (12) and redesignate subsequent paragraphs. Amounts transferred from dedicated accounts, as described in Section 1631(a)(2)(F) of the Social Security Act, will not be considered income or resources for determining eligibility or benefit amounts under various programs. The treatment of transferred amounts applies to programs under Title XVI of the Social Security Act, other federal programs, and state or local programs financed with federal funds.

What does ELIMINATION OF INSTALLMENT PAYMENT REQUIREMENT. of Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act of 2026 do?

This section amends the Social Security Act. Specifically, it strikes paragraph (10) of section 1631(a). It also strikes the phrase '(subject to paragraph (10))' from section 1631(a)(1).

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Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act of 2026

Last updated: 3/5/2026 · Introduced: 3/5/2026

Author: Elizabeth Warren (D-MA)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill increases income and resource limits for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients, with annual adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers (CPI-E).
SSI benefit amounts will be updated after 2026, equaling twice the annual poverty guideline for individuals and twice that amount for couples.
The bill excludes in-kind support and maintenance from being considered income for SSI purposes.
Qualified retirement plans and eligible deferred compensation plans will be excluded from being counted as resources.
The bill extends the SSI program to Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, and American Samoa, and expands the definition of 'state' to include these territories.

119th Congressin committeeHR. 7828(In Committee)Official page

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