Senate Democrats propose increasing VA, Social Security benefits by $200 a month for six months

Following the announcement of a 2.8% Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2026, some Democratic Senators say the increase is not enough.
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Welch joins bill to expand Social Security, veterans affairs benefits

In addition to Senators Welch, Warren, Wyden, and Leader Schumer, the bill is also cosponsored by Sens. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.), Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), Kirsten Gillibrand (D ...

Big inflation relief on the table: Lawmakers propose Temporary $200 Monthly Increase for Seniors

A coalition of Democratic senators announced plans to introduce legislation aimed at providing additional financial support for older Americans and veterans struggling with inflati ...
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Surprise $200 Monthly Payout for Seniors Could Arrive in 2026—Here’s Who Qualifies

The proposal, known as the Social Security Emergency Inflation Relief Act, comes in response to mounting concerns that the ...
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U.S. Senate Democrats Introduce Bill to Expand Social Security, Veterans Affairs Benefits, Say, President Trump’s Reckless Economic Policies Are Raising Costs for Seniors ...

Image by Peggy Chai from Pixabay Social Security Emergency Inflation Relief Act would increase benefits by $200 per month for six months, offering relief while costs rise due to Trump’s chaotic ...