Social Security Funding Crisis and Reform Push

Florida Housing & Policy Watch

Bipartisan PROMISE Act aims to address insolvency by 2032. Union warns of staffing cuts (8,000 net loss) and service delays, pushing for $3B funding. Public support high but opposition from both sides. Spousal benefits and eligibility rules clarified.

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Updated Aug 13, 2026

Florida Housing & Policy Watch

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