Use Tariff Income to Replenish the Social Security Trust Fund


Use Tariff Income to Replenish the Social Security Trust Fund
The Issue
For years, I have watched free trade agreements send jobs overseas, while we grapple with dwindling resources back home. One gaping instance is our Social Security Trust Fund, a vital safety net for our seniors, which is projected to be depleted by 2034 according to the 2020 Annual Report by the Social Security and Medicare Boards of Trustees. The impact of tariffs, traditionally used to protect domestic industries, could be redirected to address this issue. These tariffs, specifically on imported goods, could be used to replenish the Social Security Trust Fund. By redirecting resources, we can ensure the longevity of this essential support system, mend the loss felt by those who've suffered due to jobs moving overseas, and bolster economic security for our seniors. Sign this petition to urge policymakers to review and reframe our tariff policies, with a keen focus on safeguarding our future and the wellbeing of our senior citizens.

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The Issue
For years, I have watched free trade agreements send jobs overseas, while we grapple with dwindling resources back home. One gaping instance is our Social Security Trust Fund, a vital safety net for our seniors, which is projected to be depleted by 2034 according to the 2020 Annual Report by the Social Security and Medicare Boards of Trustees. The impact of tariffs, traditionally used to protect domestic industries, could be redirected to address this issue. These tariffs, specifically on imported goods, could be used to replenish the Social Security Trust Fund. By redirecting resources, we can ensure the longevity of this essential support system, mend the loss felt by those who've suffered due to jobs moving overseas, and bolster economic security for our seniors. Sign this petition to urge policymakers to review and reframe our tariff policies, with a keen focus on safeguarding our future and the wellbeing of our senior citizens.

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The Decision Makers

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Petition created on February 10, 2025