Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has expressed his strong support for the Social Security Fairness Act, advocating for its prompt passage in both the House and Senate. This legislation aims to address the ‘Windfall Elimination Provision’ (WEP) and ‘Government Pension Offset’ (GPO) that affect federal retirement benefits. Schumer emphasized the need for fairness in the pension system, stating, “It’s time to repeal the WEP and GPO. Public servants who dedicate their lives to serving our nation deserve the full benefits they have earned.” This call comes as more than 1.5 million workers, including teachers, police officers, and firefighters, could be impacted. The act has gained bipartisan support, with several Republicans joining Democrats to push for its passage. However, legislative hurdles remain. Schumer highlighted the need for clear and decisive action: “We will not rest until this bill is law. Our employees worked hard and they deserve what they have earned.” Additionally, in a related effort, Schumer announced plans to schedule a vote on the GPO/WEP repeal bills, aiming to provide relief to federal employees suffering from these offsets. The Social Security Fairness Act was previously reintroduced in Congress in April 2023 and has been a focus of various legislatures aiming to modernize and make fair the retirement benefits of those who have served in public sectors.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer Pushes for Social Security Fairness Act Amid Legislative Challenges
