On the recordMay 11, 1994
I rise in support of the discharge petition on the rule for consideration of H.R. 300, which would repeal the Social Security earnings test limit. The limit is an archaic provision, created during the Great Depression to make room for young people in the workforce by forcing seniors to retire. This legislation provides an opportunity for us to support independence and responsibility instead of dependence on the Federal Government. The individuals most negatively affected by the limit are those who have the greatest need for the extra income, and it is not right for the Government to impose a punitive tax on their earnings. Madam Speaker, the Social Security earnings test limit is bad policy, bad business, and just plain wrong. It is age discrimination and it should be repealed. I urge my colleagues to sign discharge petition No. 18 and support H.R. 300.
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