Katrina and Leslie Schaller Act
Katrina and Leslie Schaller Act
Plain Language Summary
# Katrina and Leslie Schaller Act - Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would extend federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits to residents of Guam for the first time. SSI is a federal program that provides monthly cash assistance to elderly, blind, and disabled people with limited income. Guam has been excluded from this program since it was created in 1972.
The bill also removes spending caps that currently limit how much federal money can go to Guam through SSI and other assistance programs like Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). **Who It Affects** The bill would help eligible elderly, blind, and disabled residents of Guam who struggle financially. It would also allow the Social Security Administration to adjust program rules as needed to work properly in Guam's unique circumstances. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by Congress. It was introduced by Delegate James Moylan, a Republican representative from Guam.
CRS Official Summary
Katrina and Leslie Schaller ActThis bill extends the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program to include Guam. (SSI is a federal assistance program designed to help aged, blind, and disabled individuals with limited income and resources meet their basic needs. Guam has been excluded from SSI since Congress created the program in 1972.)Under the bill, the Social Security Administration may waive or modify statutory requirements relating to the provision of SSI benefits as necessary to adapt the program to the needs of Guam.The bill also eliminates an existing cap on payments to Guam under SSI, the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program, and other assistance programs.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.