Bill116th CongressFiled Jul 30, 2019Social Welfare
H.R. 4124
To amend title II of the Social Security Act to eliminate the two-year waiting period for divorced spouse's benefits following the divorce.
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jul 30, 2019)
This bill eliminates the two-year waiting period following a divorce for a divorced spouse to become entitled to a former spouse's Old Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance benefits.
What just happenedJul 30, 2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Social Security.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Lowey, Nita M. [D-NY-17](D-NY)Sponsor
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- Introduced in HouseJul 30, 2019
- Jul 30, 2019Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Social Security.
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Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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