Why Social Security Payments Could Be Higher in 2025

A new law signed by President Joe Biden could result in higher Social Security benefits for many Americans. On January 5, Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act, which eliminates two provisions— the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO)—that previously reduced benefits for certain Social Security recipients.

The bill, which was supported by Illinois Democratic Congressman Eric Sorensen, aims to restore fairness for individuals who were negatively impacted by these provisions. Sorensen called the bill a “win” for recipients, noting that he heard emotional testimonies from widows who struggled to pay their bills due to the reductions in benefits.

“This is money that the federal government had rightly owed to the people back home,” Sorensen said. “They should see that money, you shouldn’t have to do anything. It should just show up on your paycheck.”

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The new law benefits a range of individuals, including retired workers, those with disabilities, low-income earners, and spouses, widows, or dependents of individuals who paid into Social Security taxes.

Sorensen also emphasized the importance of fair treatment for public service workers. “We have people—whether they’ve worked in fire departments, police departments, or other public services—who’ve paid into their retirement,” he said. “But when they retire, they’re not able to get both their retirement and Social Security benefits, and that’s wrong.”

The bill has received mixed reactions. While Sorensen and many Democrats support it, Illinois Republican Congressman Darin LaHood, who voted against the bill, did not respond to requests for comment.

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