On the recordJanuary 2, 1974
Just 6 months ago, I signed legislation which would have increased social security benefits almost 6 percent by next July to meet the rising cost of living.
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presidency.ucsb.eduJust 6 months ago, I signed legislation which would have increased social security benefits almost 6 percent by next July to meet the rising cost of living.
Statement About Signing a Bill To Increase Social Security Benefits
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