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Social Welfare.

Safety-net programs, disability benefits, and social services. We're tracking 10 bills in this area — 10 still in play.

S.Res. 832Introduced15% oddsAug 6, 2026
Fix Social Security Trust Fund Solvency

Creates a formal process to address long-term funding gaps in Social Security's two main trust funds.

S. 5186Introduced12% oddsJul 30, 2026
ASSET Act

Detailed analysis pending: bill summary not yet published by Congressional Research Service.

H.R. 8884Passed House62% oddsJul 23, 2026
Extends work incentive tests for disabled beneficiaries

Reauthorizes Social Security Administration's ability to test policy changes through 2031 that encourage disabled workers to stay employed.

S. 2120Passed Senate78% oddsJul 15, 2026
Bill Extends Senior Services Through 2030

Renews federal funding for aging programs through fiscal year 2030, including meals-on-wheels, counseling on retirement benefits, and elder abuse prevention.

H.R. 9432Introduced12% oddsJun 24, 2026
LIFT the BAR Act

Detailed summary unavailable — bill introduced June 24, 2026, but Congressional Research Service summary not yet published.

H.Res. 1319Introduced12% oddsMay 21, 2026
Bill to Reduce Child Poverty Through Federal Programs

Detailed policy specifics unavailable — official summary not yet published by Congressional Research Service.

H.R. 7120Introduced12% oddsJan 15, 2026
Purple Heart Veterans Work Incentive Bill

Removes or reduces work disincentives for Purple Heart recipients in federal benefits programs.

H.Res. 657Introduced12% oddsAug 15, 2025
Protect Social Security and Medicare retirement ages

Affirms a presidential promise not to raise the full retirement age for Social Security or Medicare eligibility.

S.Res. 348Introduced72% oddsJul 30, 2025
Designate August 14, 2025 as National Save Social Security Day

Creates a symbolic observance day on August 14, 2025 to focus public attention on Social Security.

S. 2466Introduced12% oddsJul 24, 2025
Senior Savings Protection Act

Detailed analysis pending — official summary not yet published by Congressional Research Service.

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