To amend title II of the Social Security Act to eliminate the two-year waiting period for divorced spouse's benefits following the divorce.
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Amends title II (Old Age, Survivors and Disability Insurance) (OASDI) of the Social Security Act to eliminate the two-year waiting period following a divorce for a divorced spouse to become entitled to a spouse's OASDI benefits.
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| February 16, 2007 |
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February 26, 2007 House Legislation: Family, Housing
HR 1158 - Rep. Nita Lowey [D-NY] To amend title II of the Social Security Act to eliminate the two-year waiting period for divorced spouse's benefits following the divorce. HR 1159 - Rep. Nita Lowey [D-NY] ...
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