SAMDT 1529 — To preserve access to Social Security's phone service.

AMENDS

HCONRES 14 — Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034.

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APR 5, 2025

“Amendment SA 1529 not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 48 - 51. Record Vote Number: 187.”

what this changes

This amendment was a proposal to ensure that Social Security's phone services remain available and accessible for the public. It was intended to protect the funding or rules that keep phone lines open for people who need help with their benefits, but it did not pass the Senate.

WHY IT MATTERS

Social Security phone lines are a critical resource for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Without specific protections in the budget, future funding cuts could lead to longer wait times or reduced access to help for those who cannot visit an office in person.

WHO IS AFFECTED

Retirees, people with disabilities, and their families who rely on the Social Security Administration for information or to manage their benefits are most directly affected.

AMENDS

HCONRES 14RESOLVING DIFFERENCES

Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034.

OTHER AMENDMENTS TO THIS BILL

KEY POINTS

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Protection of Phone Services

The amendment aimed to ensure that even with overall budget cuts, the ability for citizens to reach Social Security by phone would be maintained.

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Part of a Larger Budget Debate

The proposal was part of a debate over a plan to cut $2 trillion in government spending over the next ten years.

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No Immediate Legal Change

Since the amendment failed and the parent bill is a budget resolution (not a spending law), no immediate changes to Social Security's budget have occurred yet.

GLOSSARY

Budget Resolution: A blueprint or framework used by Congress to set spending and tax goals; it does not have the force of law and does not directly fund programs.
Fiscal Year: The 12-month period used for government accounting; the federal fiscal year runs from October 1 to September 30.

Official sources

SAMDT 1529 on Congress.gov

This analysis used: Amendment purpose · Amended bill: summary · Latest action

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APR 5, 25

Amendment SA 1529 not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 48 - 51. Record Vote Number: 187.

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APR 5, 25

Amendment SA 1529 proposed by Senator Markey to Amendment SA 1717. (consideration: CR S2357-2358) To preserve access to Social Security's phone service.

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APR 5, 25

Senate amendment proposed (on the floor): Amendment SA 1529 proposed by Senator Markey to Amendment SA 1717.

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APR 5, 25

Senate amendment not agreed to: Amendment SA 1529 not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 48 - 51. Record Vote Number: 187.

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