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LD 1791

Resolve, To Direct State Agencies To Implement The Social Security Fairness Act

132nd Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Ken Fredette

Maine resolve directing state agencies to implement federal Social Security Fairness Act provisions eliminating benefit reductions for public sector retirees.

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
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Bill Summary · LD 1791

Legislative bill overview

LD 1791 was a resolve directing Maine state agencies to implement provisions of the federal Social Security Fairness Act, which would eliminate or modify the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO). These federal provisions reduce Social Security benefits for individuals who receive public sector pensions, affecting retired teachers, firefighters, police officers, and other government employees.

Why this is important

Approximately 750,000 Americans—including many Maine public sector retirees—receive reduced Social Security benefits under WEP and GPO despite paying Social Security taxes. The federal Social Security Fairness Act would restore full benefits to these individuals, potentially increasing retirement income for affected Maine retirees and reducing financial strain on seniors in the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Federal vs. state authority: The bill directs state action on a federal benefit program, raising questions about whether states can effectively implement federal Social Security policy changes
  • Fiscal impact uncertainty: While the bill itself has no state budget cost, opponents may worry about potential indirect effects or unfunded mandate concerns
  • Beneficiary scope: Disagreement over who qualifies and whether the changes adequately address the inequities created by WEP and GPO provisions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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