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RepublicanBill · H.R. 778· House(119-HR-778)

Safeguarding American Workers’ Benefits Act

Rep. Higgins
Age: 65 years
Louisiana
Introduced
1/28/2025
Last activity
1/28/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsored by
Clay Higgins
Cosponsors
Republican - 24Democrat - 0
Taxation
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, titled the "Safeguarding American Workers' Benefits Act," seeks to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. It specifically aims to modify the social security number requirements for taxpayers claiming the child tax credit and the earned income tax credit. The bill changes the definition of a social security number for these purposes. The new definition requires the number to be issued to a United States citizen or pursuant to specific sections of the Social Security Act. These changes would apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

Yes

No question was scored yes.

The opposite· 3 of 5

  • Would immigrants be better off under this?-5

    The new definition of a social security number narrows the ability of non-citizens to claim child and earned income tax credits.

  • Would households on low incomes be better off under this?-4

    The bill restricts access to the Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit for certain households, which often includes low-income families.

  • Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?-3

    By tightening social security number requirements for tax credits, the bill may disproportionately affect Hispanic households that may rely on different identification types.