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Lawmakers urge urgent action to save Social Security programs

June 14, 2024 | Budget: House Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation



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Lawmakers urge urgent action to save Social Security programs
In a recent government meeting, lawmakers emphasized the urgent need for bipartisan action to address the looming insolvency of critical programs such as Social Security and Medicare. A key speaker highlighted the importance of moving beyond rhetoric, stating, \"faith without works is dead,\" and criticized both parties for failing to enact meaningful plans to secure retirement and healthcare for millions of Americans.

The discussion centered on the establishment of a bipartisan commission aimed at evaluating and reforming these essential programs, which currently support over 60 million seniors. Lawmakers expressed concern that inaction could lead to automatic cuts to beneficiaries within the next decade, jeopardizing the financial security of countless individuals.

One member urged unity among legislators, calling for collaboration that transcends party lines. He acknowledged the challenges ahead but stressed the necessity of compromise to prevent the collapse of these vital programs. The meeting concluded with a call to action, emphasizing the need for immediate and decisive steps to ensure the sustainability of Social Security and Medicare for future generations.

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