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Austin proclaims Aug. 28 Social Security 90th Anniversary Day, urges federal action
Summary
Austin officials marked the 90th anniversary of Social Security with a city proclamation and called for federal action to shore up benefits, citing statistics on beneficiaries and the program’s economic impact in Texas.
Vanessa Fuentes, mayor pro tem and Austin City Council member, presented a city proclamation on Aug. 28 recognizing the 90th anniversary of Social Security and urging protection of the program for future generations.
“Social Security is here to provide dignity, stability, and the ability to meet basic needs,” Fuentes said during the proclamation presentation at Austin City Hall, citing the program’s role for retirees, people with disabilities and families who have lost a loved one.…
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