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UPDATE: H.R. 82 and the repeal of WEP & GPO

ORTA Staff

We know that many of our members are waiting for news about the repeal of WEP and GPO and the implementation of H.R. 82.


This is the most recent information posted on the SSA website.



We have been monitoring the implementation of H.R. 82 and would like to share some additional information with you.


  • If you are a retired educator, and you did not apply for SSA retirement, spousal, or survivor benefits when you retired because of the WEP or GPO, you should apply now.

  • There is a lot of conflicting information being posted on social media about when retirees will begin receiving adjusted benefits and retroactive payments. Everyone's situation is different. We will all have to wait for information from SSA.

  • As of January 6, 2025, SSA offices are no longer accepting walk-ins. You must make an appointment. Click here for more information.


Finally, we want to thank all of our members who contacted their U.S. Representatives and Senators, asking them to support H.R. 82. You made this happen!



Have your Social Security benefits been impacted by the WEP or GPO?

  • 0%My benefits have been impacted by the WEP.

  • 0%My benefits have been impacted by the GPO.

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