Preserving Social Security and Medicare for Citizens Act of 2026
Rep. Mace Introduces Bill to Limit Social Security and Medicare to Citizens and Permanent Residents
This bill was recently introduced in the House and is currently being reviewed by two committees. It is in the early stages of the legislative process and is not yet scheduled for a vote. The bill is actively moving through the initial committee review phase.
Legislative Progress
This bill deals with very sensitive topics like immigration and benefit cuts. While it has support from some Republicans, it would likely face strong opposition in a divided Congress.
Key Points
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Life & Work
Undocumented individuals would be formally barred from receiving any Social Security or Medicare benefits under this bill. While most undocumented immigrants already have very limited access to these programs, the bill would make the prohibition absolute and statutory. Notably, undocumented workers who pay FICA taxes through employment would continue to fund these programs without being able to receive benefits.
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Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Preserving Social Security and Medicare for Citizens Act of 2026
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