Millions of Americans have eagerly awaited changes to the Social Security Fairness Act (SSFA), and the latest announcement brings major relief. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has officially eliminated the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO), two provisions that have long reduced Social Security benefits for many public sector workers. With … Read more
Millions of Americans are set to receive retroactive Social Security payments thanks to the Social Security Fairness Act, which was signed into law on January 5, 2024. This landmark legislation eliminates the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO), two rules that previously reduced benefits for individuals receiving pensions from non-covered employment. … Read more
Millions of Americans just scored a major financial win. Thanks to the Social Security Fairness Act, retirees who previously had their benefits reduced due to outdated provisions will now receive higher monthly payments. Signed into law by President Joe Biden on January 5, 2025, this new legislation eliminates the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government … Read more