A bill introduced by Senate Democrats would provide a six-month boost to Social Security benefits received by millions of Americans each month. The Social Security Emergency Inflation Relief Act calls for an extra $200 per month to be distributed monthly to beneficiaries as a way to combat rising prices and inflation.

If approved, the boost would be paid out starting in January 2026 and run through July 2026. The 71 million Americans who receive monthly Social Security benefits along with the 7.5 million who get Supplemental Security Income payments would be eligible for the payments.

The $200 increase would also cover those receiving federal railroad retirement payments, disabled veterans and those receiving veterans’ pensions.

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