Government ❯ Policy Changes

Social Security Administration

Payment Methods SSI Application Process Supplemental Security Income Payment Dates Payment Timing Federal Budget Cuts Fraud Prevention Retirement Age Benefit Adjustments Compassionate Allowance List Service Delivery Communication Benefit Notifications Electronic Payments

Shutdown Puts Social Security’s 2026 COLA Announcement at Risk of Delay

Social Security payments remain on schedule regardless of any announcement delay.

SSA Adds 13 Conditions to Fast-Track Disability List, Raising CAL Total to 300

Social Security Schedules Early August Payments as Overpayment Withholdings Begin

Social Security Early Claims Surge as Future Funding Worries Mount