H.R. 1700: Social Security Expansion Act

H.R. 1700 is a federal bill in the 119th Congress. This bill changes how Social Security benefits are calculated, leading to higher payments for many individuals. It increases the base amount used to determine benefits for those with lower average monthly earnings and adjusts the thresholds, known as bend… See its sponsors, how members voted, and a plain-English breakdown on PolityLens.