Sanders to introduce bill to end Social Security garnishment for student loan debt
Summary
Senator Bernie Sanders plans to introduce a bill that stops the federal government from taking Social Security payments to collect unpaid student loan debt. The bill aims to protect seniors' retirement and disability benefits from being reduced due to outstanding student loans.Key Facts
- Senator Bernie Sanders is introducing the Stop Social Security Garnishment Act of 2026.
- The bill would prevent the Education Department from cutting Social Security benefits to collect unpaid student loans.
- It covers both Social Security retirement payments and disability benefits.
- The goal is to protect seniors who owe money on student loans.
- Currently, the government can reduce Social Security payments to recover unpaid federal student loans.
- The proposal seeks to change this practice to avoid financial hardship for older adults.
- The bill is part of ongoing efforts to address issues related to student loan repayment and seniors' welfare.
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