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Asset limits for public-benefit programs should be increased to ensure that they do not discourage saving. These limits should then be indexed to keep up with inflation.
The federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefit level should be increased to bring beneficiaries up to the poverty level. States should supplement those benefit payments.
Deficit-reduction efforts should avoid cuts in programs that serve low- and moderate-income populations.
The definition of household in SNAP regulations should be clarified. It should be easier for extended families to qualify for and receive adequate benefits.
Congress and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) should ensure that states do not deter the use of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards needed for services.
Policymakers should change or eliminate the Social Security earnings limit only if the Social Security trust funds can be maintained.
Policymakers should strengthen the program integrity efforts of the Social Security Administration (SSA).
SSA should continually strive to improve the following aspects of the disability determination process:
Policymakers should improve the application and appeals process for Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income disability benefits.