The Social Security Fairness Act, which aims to end benefit reductions for public service retirees, is advancing in the Senate. Majority Leader Chuck Schumer plans to fast-track the bill, which passed the House with bipartisan support.
The bill repeals the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO), affecting nearly 3 million retirees like teachers and firefighters. Critics warn it could strain Social Security funds, increasing deficits by $195 billion over a decade.
With limited time left in the session, the bill’s fate hinges on a final Senate vote.
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