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Introduced
03/27/2019
03/27/2019
In Committee
03/27/2019
03/27/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to amend title II of the Social Security Act to make available parental leave benefits to parents following the birth or adoption of a child, and for other purposes. This bill allows parents to use a portion of their Social Security benefits for up to three months of paid parental leave after the birth or adoption of a child. To receive the parental leave benefit, parents must choose to either increase their retirement age or temporarily receive a reduction in Social Security benefits upon retirement, as specified.
AI Summary
This bill, the New Parents Act of 2019, amends Title II of the Social Security Act to provide parents with up to 3 months of paid parental leave benefits following the birth or adoption of a child. To receive the parental leave benefit, parents must choose to either increase their retirement age or temporarily receive a reduction in their Social Security benefits upon retirement. The bill also includes provisions to prevent fraud and ensure the full cost of the parental leave benefits is repaid to the Social Security Trust Fund.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (on 03/27/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/920/all-info | 03/28/2019 |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s920/BILLS-116s920is.pdf | 04/11/2019 |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s920/BILLS-116s920is.pdf.pdf | 04/11/2019 |
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