Congress requires Social Security to share death data to help stop payments sent after someone dies
This bill’s path across every version that has carried it.
How this policy affects specific groups of people
Became Public Law No: 119-77.
The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.
Signed by President.
The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.
Presented to President.
Both chambers passed identical text. The President has 10 days to sign it into law or veto it.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H634)
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
Covers Treasury’s pilot using Social Security death records and explicitly notes lawmakers seeking permanent access—core policy goal of the Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act.
Mentions the Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act as a proposed fix tied to SSA-Treasury death-records data sharing; primarily a broader critique piece.
No votes recorded for this bill yet.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act
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