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In 1983, I was one of the NEA members that NEA brought from affected states to Washington, D.C., to lobby against the initial passage of [GPO-WEP]. After all these years, our work has been rewarded. I jumped through a loophole and qualified for spousal benefits, but my husband’s earned Social Security was reduced when he retired from 34 years in the classroom. I wish he were still here to enjoy this victory, but my benefits will be adjusted and that one-third penalty for being a teacher will be restored. We ARE the NEA! And we never give up! Thank you, NEA leadership and the thousands of members who worked for years to make this real!
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Landmark Victory Social Security Fairness Act Signed into Law

The law restores Social Security benefits for many retired educators and other public sector workers and repeals GPO and WEP. Impacted individuals will see an average increase of $360 per month in Social Security benefits.
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