New Proposed Rule That Could Affect SSI Recipients
A new proposed rule published in this month’s Federal Register could affect the monthly benefits of Supplemental Security Income (“SSI”) recipients. Currently, SSI recipients receive a reduced payment if they are regularly provided meals or housing by a third-party. For example, when an individual who receives SSI benefits lives with a family member who pays for their share of rent, food, or utilities, these accommodation are counted as income. This income in turn will likely reduce their SSI benefit, up to as much as one-third of the monthly payment. The new proposed rule[1] would alter this arrangement. While housing accommodations would still be considered income, More...