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S.4597: Removing Access Barriers to Running for Elected Office for People with Disabilities Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 117th Congress
- This bill is primarily about government operations and politics
- Introduced July 21, 2022
- Latest Major Action July 21, 2022
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
10 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - July 21, 2022
Bill Summary
Removing Access Barriers to Running for Elected Office for People with Disabilities Act This bill excludes income earned and work performed as a candidate for an elected office when determining eligibility for, or the amount of, federally financed benefits or assistance if the candidate is entitled to Social Security Disability Insurance benefits or Supplemental Security Income (a federal assistance program that provides monthly cash payments...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| July 21, 2022 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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| July 21, 2022 |
Introduced in the Senate by Bob Casey (D-Pa.) |