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H.R.471: To amend title II of the Social Security Act to eliminate the two-year waiting period for divorced spouse's benefits following the divorce.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 108th Congress
- This bill is primarily about families
- Introduced Jan. 29, 2003
- Latest Major Action Feb. 6, 2003
- See the twelve similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
18 (18 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Summary
Amends title II (Old Age, Survivors and Disability Insurance) (OASDI) of the Social Security Act to eliminate the two-year waiting period for divorced spouse's benefits following a divorce.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Social Security.
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Jan. 29, 2003 |
Introduced in the House by Nita M. Lowey (D-N.Y.) |