Social Security Update: Some Recipients Will Get Paid Twice in July
Summary
In July 2026, some people who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will get two payments in one month due to a scheduling change. This happens because the August payment is paid early on July 31 since August 1 falls on a weekend, but the total yearly amount stays the same.Key Facts
- About 7 million Americans receive SSI, a program for older adults, blind people, and those with disabilities.
- SSI payments are normally sent on the first day of each month but are moved earlier if the first is a weekend or holiday.
- In July 2026, SSI recipients will get their July payment on July 1 and their August payment early on July 31.
- No extra SSI money is provided; the August payment is just paid early.
- Other Social Security payments, like retirement or disability benefits, are not affected by this change.
- Recipients should plan their budgets carefully since they won’t receive another payment in August.
- Banks may process these payments on different days, so the exact deposit date might vary.
- This timing change is a legal requirement to avoid delays when payment days fall on non-business days.
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