Let me be clear: the government made a commitment to Americans when it created Social Security and Medicare. I am 100% committed to protecting that promise.
Thousands of Iowans dedicate their careers to public services – firefighters and police officers who keep us safe, healthcare workers who tend to the sick, transportation workers who maintain roads, and more – before retiring. Unfortunately, these retirees are cheated out of their Social Security benefits.
The Social Security Fairness Act, which I cosponsored, would fix this disparity so that public servants can retire with dignity. I’m proud to report that this passed the House of Representatives yesterday and is now headed to the Senate!
I’ll keep fighting to defend Medicare and Social Security while making it easier for Iowans to retire by:
- Defending Social Security and Medicare benefits by championing legislation to ensure the federal government has a plan to ensure retirees receive their full benefits despite the added challenges created by inflation
- Protecting Medicare by leading legislation to expand coverage, prevent cuts, and stop delays
- Strengthening Medicare by leading on legislation to expand coverage for cancer screenings
- Expanding access to Medicare by supporting legislation to improve rural health coverage
If you or a loved one are facing issues related to Social Security, Medicare, or a federal agency, please do not hesitate to reach out to my office at 515-400-8180 or visit nunn.house.gov/federalagency.
Bottom Line: I will do everything in my power to ensure Iowans can count on their Social Security and Medicare benefits.