Social Security Amendments of 1954
Latest action (1 Sep 1954): Became Public Law No. 83-761
What this bill does
H.R. 9366, an act passed by the 83rd Congress, was signed into law on September 1, 1954. Its stated purpose, as indicated by its title, is to amend the Social Security Act and the Internal Revenue Code.
Specifically, the bill aims to extend coverage under the old-age and survivors insurance program. It also intends to increase the benefits paid through this program. Additionally, the legislation seeks to preserve the insurance rights of individuals who are disabled.
The bill has been enacted, meaning it has passed both the House of Representatives and the Senate and has been signed into law by the President. It became Public Law No: 83-761. The full text detailing the specific provisions and their immediate effects is not yet available, but the enacted law will now be in effect.
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Timeline
1 Sep 1954
Became Public Law No. 83-761
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9366 do?
- H.R. 9366, an act passed by the 83rd Congress, was signed into law on September 1, 1954. Its stated purpose, as indicated by its title, is to amend the Social Security Act and the Internal Revenue Code. Specifically, the bill aims to extend coverage under the old-age and survivors insurance program. It also intends to increase the benefits paid through this program. Additionally, the legislation seeks to preserve the insurance rights of individuals who are disabled. The bill has been enacted, meaning it has passed both the House of Representatives and the Senate and has been signed into law by the President. It became Public Law No: 83-761. The full text detailing the specific provisions and their immediate effects is not yet available, but the enacted law will now be in effect.
- Has H.R. 9366 become law?
- Yes. H.R. 9366 has been enacted. Status last updated 1 Sep 1954.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9366?
- No sponsor is on record for H.R. 9366 in the official data.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9366?
- Became Public Law No. 83-761 (1 Sep 1954).
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