Bill · H.R. 1175· House(119-HR-1175)

Blind Americans Return to Work Act of 2025

Age: 71 years

Texas

Introduced: 2/10/2025
Last activity: 2/10/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsored by: Pete Sessions
Cosponsors: - 20 - 34

Social Welfare

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

The Blind Americans Return to Work Act of 2025 proposes an amendment to title II of the Social Security Act. It directs the Commissioner of Social Security to implement a 20-year demonstration project specifically for blind individuals. This project modifies how disability benefits are handled for those whose disability is due to blindness. Under this project, benefit eligibility would be determined without regard to substantial gainful activity. Additionally, the bill changes how monthly benefits are reduced based on an individual's earnings.

Yes· 3 of 4

Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+7
It provides more flexibility for blind individuals to enter the workforce without losing benefit entitlement.
Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities?+6
The bill empowers blind individuals to work without the fear of losing benefits due to substantial gainful activity rules.
Does this strengthen Social Security?+5
It modifies Social Security disability benefits to better facilitate employment for blind individuals.