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This bill aims to help individuals who were unable to apply for Social Security benefits during the period from January 20, 2025, to January 19, 2029, due to various hardships. The bill defines "undue hardship" as issues such as changes in Social Security Administration operations, staffing shortages, technical problems with websites, operational challenges, being falsely declared dead, and confusion about Social Security rules. The Commissioner of Social Security would be required to identify and establish a program for individuals who missed applying for benefits during this time. The bill waives the typical waiting period for disability insurance for those affected and ensures that any benefits paid under this act won't be counted against eligibility for other federal, state, or local assistance programs. Additionally, the bill mandates a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report detailing the actions and changes implemented by the Social Security Administration during this period, their effects on beneficiaries and customer service, and recommendations for addressing any damage caused. The bill appears to be specifically targeting potential administrative issues during a specific presidential administration, as indicated by references to the "Trump Administration" and a fictional "DOGE Service" (Department of Government Efficiency).

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/6237/all-info