Millions of Americans who receive Social Security Disability benefits are being unfairly taxed because the federal thresholds haven’t changed since 1983. Today, middle-income families are paying taxes on benefits meant to help them cover basic living expenses — a burden the law never intended.
For married couples filing jointly, Social Security benefits start being taxed at $32,000 of combined household income, and up to 85% of benefits can be taxed once income exceeds $44,000. These outdated thresholds have never been adjusted for inflation, causing financial stress for families across the country.
This rule penalizes families trying to manage medical bills, education costs, and everyday living expenses. Congress can fix this by raising the thresholds or indexing them to inflation, ensuring that Social Security benefits serve their intended purpose: supporting disabled Americans and their families.
We urge lawmakers to act now. Families should not be forced to pay taxes on the very benefits meant to support them. Sign this petition to demand fair treatment for all families affected by these outdated rules.