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Proposed White House Plans May Affect Disability Programs

As the White House continues to seek for ways to reduce the federal deficit, many are concerned that President Obama may propose to cut some programs that focus on aiding the disabled and those in need. One of the chief fears is that these cuts would include Social Security disability, which helps millions of people pay their monthly expenses.

According to The Progressive, Obama developed a commission on how to cut such programs, but it was rejected by the Senate in January. In his State of the Union address, Obama stated that he would use executive order to make a bipartisan fiscal commission very similar to the one that was already rejected.

The concern is that if it succeeds, those who receive disability, Medicare, Medicaid, or Social Security retirement benefits could be in danger of losing them. While these plans are certainly not solidified at this time, it is important for those that rely on disability benefits to be aware of the current discussions about the future of Social Security.

If you want to stay updated on this ever-changing issue, contact an experienced disability lawyer who can offer knowledge of the process and the latest news regarding the SSA.

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