New Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) Legislation Announced

Sep 28, 2018

Breaking News! New Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) Legislation Announced - September 28, 2018!

Representatives Kevin Brady (R-Texas) and Richard Neal (R-Texas) have just introduced H.R. 6933: "To amend title II of the Social Security Act to replace the windfall elimination provision with a formula equalizing benefits for certain individuals with non-covered employment, and for other purposes".

This bill was introduced on September 27, 2018 and is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 27, 2018. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent to the House or Senate as a whole.

In addition, Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) had introduced a companion bill for the Senate. More details forthcoming.

https://waysandmeans.house.gov/brady-neal-introduce-legislation-to-ensure-equal-treatment-for-teachers-firefighters-police-officers-and-other-public-servants-when-it-comes-to-social-security/