H.R. 8490 Introduced Social Welfare

Social Security Caregiver Credit Act of 2026

To amend title II of the Social Security Act to credit individuals serving as caregivers of dependent relatives with deemed wages for up to five years of such service.

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Passed House
  4. Passed Senate
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor Rep. Schneider, Bradley Scott [D-IL-10] Introduced April 23, 2026 Cosponsors 4 (4 D) Latest action April 23, 2026

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  1. Apr 23, 2026 Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
  2. Apr 23, 2026 Introduced in House

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