Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB7304

Introduced
2/7/24  

Caption

Protecting the Families of Our Fallen Patriots Act

Impact

If enacted, House Bill 7304 would significantly impact how dependent benefits are structured under the Social Security system for families of deceased service members. By exempting these benefits from the retirement earnings test, it allows surviving parents to receive full benefits without financial penalties that could disadvantage their economic stability. This change is intended to alleviate the financial pressures faced by military families, ensuring they can better provide for their children in times of transition after a parent's death.

Summary

House Bill 7304, also known as the 'Protecting the Families of Our Fallen Patriots Act', aims to amend section 203(b) of the Social Security Act. The bill seeks to ensure that benefits paid to a parent caring for a child of a service member who died while on active duty are exempt from deductions under the retirement earnings test. This legislative action recognizes the unique challenges faced by military families and sets a precedent for enhancing support for them within the Social Security framework.

Contention

The bill has sparked discussions around the appropriate balance of federal benefits for serving military families and the fiscal implications of such amendments. Proponents of the bill argue that it is essential to support families of fallen service members adequately. In contrast, critics might voice concerns about the broader ramifications for the Social Security system's sustainability and the potential for increased expenditures in light of such exemptions. This discussion could lead to debates about prioritizing budget allocations within federal programs.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HB7966

Protecting our Service Members and their Families from Predatory Financial Practices Act

US SB5017

Safeguarding American Families and Expanding Social Security Act of 2024

US HB9843

Patriotic Investment Act

US HB8470

Helping Families Heal Act of 2024

US HR1018

Recognizing the remarkable achievements and patriotic service of late Michigan native Captain Claude A. Rowe, Jr., the only known member of the famed Tuskegee Airmen authorized to fly for two Allied countries during World War II.

US SB930

Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act of 2024

US HB8835

FAIR Pensions Act Families of Armed Forces Increased Relief Pensions Act

US HB9341

Protecting Social Security Act

US HB6034

Safer Homes and Families Act

US HB8713

Promoting Permanency Through Kinship Families Act

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.