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H.R. 4734: Hands Off Our Social Security Act

This bill, titled the Hands Off Our Social Security Act, aims to safeguard the operations of the Social Security Administration (SSA) and ensure that Social Security benefits are managed properly without unauthorized changes or reductions. Here are the key provisions of the bill:

Purpose

The main purpose of this Act is to protect the integrity of Social Security services for all Americans. It specifically seeks to prevent any actions that could disrupt service delivery or access to Social Security benefits.

Prohibition on Tampering with Social Security Benefits

No Unlawful Alterations: Federal officers and contractors are not allowed to change, withhold, or delay Social Security benefits unless authorized by law.
Congressional Approval Required: Any changes to Social Security benefits must be enacted through an Act of Congress.

Prohibition on Unauthorized Data Mining and Privacy Violations

Data Use Restrictions: Collecting or using Social Security data or personal information is restricted to administering Social Security programs only.
No Unauthorized Uses: Any data mining for purposes not related to Social Security administration is prohibited.
Penalties for Violations: Breaching this provision may lead to investigations and penalties under federal privacy laws.

Prohibition on Privatization of Social Security Benefits and Services

No Privatization: The SSA's responsibilities cannot be privatized or outsourced without Congressional approval.
Maintain SSA as a Federal Agency: The SSA will continue as a federal agency responsible for Social Security benefits.

Prohibition on Unauthorized Workforce Reductions at the SSA

No Workforce Reductions: Workforce downsizing at the SSA cannot occur without Congressional approval.
Reporting Requirements: Any proposed staffing changes must be reported to Congress, detailing impacts on service delivery.

Prohibition on Closure of SSA Offices without Congressional Consent

No Office Closures: Closing or merging SSA offices is prohibited unless authorized by an Act of Congress.
Operational Standards: The SSA must maintain a minimum number of operational field offices relative to the population served.

Maintenance of Multi-Channel Communication Systems

Communication Services: The SSA must retain existing phone and in-person communication services for beneficiaries.
Supplemental Communication: Any changes to communication methods must not replace current systems, including essential communication channels.
Approval for Changes: No essential communication services can be reduced without Congressional approval.

Enforcement and Oversight

Audits by the GAO: The Government Accountability Office (GAO) will conduct annual reviews of SSA operations to ensure compliance with this Act.
Reporting Findings: The Comptroller General will report findings to Congress, including any instances of noncompliance.

Severability

If any part of this Act is found to be invalid, the rest of the Act will remain effective and enforceable.

Relevant Companies

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Actions

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Date	Action
Jul. 23, 2025	Introduced in House
Jul. 23, 2025	Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Jul. 23, 2025	Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3567)

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