Resources
In the government’s words
Read the brochure from the Social Security Administration about how to qualify for and receive SSI.
H.R.3824
The United States House of Representatives Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act. Read the text of the bill, review the current co-sponsors, and more.
S.2065
The United States Senate Supplemental Security Income Restoration Act. Read the text of the bill, review the current co-sponsors, and more.
An Issue Brief
This printable two-page PDF from Justice In Aging succinctly describes SSI, the current challenges, and key fixes proposed by the SSI Restoration Act.
An in-depth analysis
This article from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities examines historical data and impacts of SSI and makes recommendations for further improving the program.
A letter to President Biden
Dated April 16th, 2021, this letter is co-signed by 51 members of Congress. “People with disabilities and older adults receiving SSI represent some of the most marginalized members of our society. History will not forgive us if we fail to address their needs in the recovery effort.”
A Opinion in the New York Times
“Looking at the mess facing S.S.I. recipients who try to work, one feels that a terrible mistake has been made. But history tells a different story: this Kafkaesque nightmare was a deliberate choice.” By Ari Ne’eman.
A webinar
Why Strengthening SSI Must be Part of “Building Back Better”, hosted by Rebecca Vallas, The Century Foundation, streamed live on May 27, 2021, 1 hour 38 minutes.
An Opinion in The Hill
“What this boils down to is that Americans with disabilities are being forced to navigate a society and a political system that does not fully value them as human beings.” By Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) and Emily Sicilia.