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The Motley FoolJan 1, 2026Local News

7 Social Security Changes That Take Effect Today

Governor Jim Justice signed legislation to phase out West Virginia's state-level taxation of Social Security benefits, concluding today.

7 Social Security Changes That Take Effect Today
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Seven significant changes to Social Security take effect today, including a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment and a higher payroll tax cap. The article also highlights the final phase-out of state-level Social Security taxation in West Virginia under legislation signed by former Governor Jim Justice.

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