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HR 7828

Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act of 2026

119th Congress Introduced by Becca Balint and 19 co-sponsors

HR 7828 increases Supplemental Security Income benefits for low-income elderly, blind, and disabled Americans to restore purchasing power lost to inflation and improve financial security.

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Bill Summary · HR 7828

Legislative bill overview

HR 7828 proposes to restore or enhance Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for eligible low-income individuals who are elderly, blind, or disabled. The bill addresses the purchasing power erosion of SSI payments, which have not kept pace with inflation, and aims to improve the financial security of vulnerable populations who rely on these federal assistance payments.

Why is this important

SSI is a critical safety net serving approximately 7.5 million people living below the poverty line. Many recipients struggle to afford basic necessities like housing, food, and healthcare because benefit levels have remained largely stagnant for decades while costs have risen significantly. This bill directly impacts some of the nation's most economically vulnerable citizens.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal cost: Expanding SSI benefits increases federal spending, which opponents may argue strains the budget deficit or requires offsetting spending cuts or tax increases
  • Work incentive concerns: Some may worry that increased benefits could reduce incentives for beneficiaries to work or pursue employment when possible
  • Funding mechanism: How the bill finances restorations—whether through general revenue, specific tax provisions, or program modifications—will be disputed during committee deliberations

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

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