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BillHR 8344 · 119

Senior Citizens’ Freedom to Work Act of 2026

Introduced
Apr 16, 2026
Cosponsors
4
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 16, 2026

Bill Summary

Repeals the retirement earnings test, which currently reduces Social Security benefits for seniors who work and earn above a certain amount. Allows senior citizens to work without having their Social Security benefits reduced.

Sponsored By

Gregory F. Murphy
Republican · North Carolina · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 16, 2026
  3. Apr 16, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects senior citizens who work while receiving Social Security benefits, allowing them to keep their full benefits regardless of their earnings. It specifically impacts seniors aged 65-69 who previously had their benefits reduced due to the retirement earnings test.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
5backers
  • Republican5
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (4)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary Topic—
CommitteeCommittee on Ways and Means
IntroducedApr 16, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 16, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.