H.R. 2999 would limit how much the Social Security Administration can deduct from monthly benefits to recover overpayments. Under current law, the agency can withhold larger amounts, but this bill would cap withholdings at no more than 10 percent of a monthly benefit unless the recipient specifically requests a faster repayment rate. The bill applies only to overpayments that were not caused by fraud or intentional misconduct by the beneficiary. This protection would benefit millions of Social Security recipients who may have received incorrect payments due to administrative errors, helping them maintain access to income while repaying what they owe. The bill would take effect immediately upon enactment and apply to all outstanding overpayments from that date forward.
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