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Can New York State ask the federal government to relinquish Social Security benefits to pay off state taxes?
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No. The Social Security law allows garnishment of Social Security benefits payable to beneficiaries in only 3 major cases: Child support, spousal support and delinquent or owed Federal taxes and debts. Therefore, the states cannot lay claim to those benefits nor can the Federal government transfer them to anyone else (including creditors. See the Related Links below for more information.
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What were the social and economic benefits of the states coming together and forming a federal government?
The benefits of the states coming together to form a federal government were that there was increased security. Also, there was an improvement in the economic status of all the colonies.
Can Social Security or VA benefits be frozen in New York State?
No. These benefits are not paid by the states, but by the Federal government, so New York cannot "freeze" them
Does the federal government or state government collect social security?
The federal government is responsible for collecting and administering Social Security. State governments do not collect Social Security taxes or administer the program.
Can senior citizen's Social Security and pension benefits be garnished for non payment of credit card debt?
No. If a creditor other than the federal government tries to garnish your Social Security benefits, inform them that such an action violates Section 207 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 407).
Which state has the best social security benefits?
Social Security is a federal program and the benefits are the same in every state.
What level of government controls social security?
Federal
Do federal judges pay social security taxes?
Yes. Federal judges began paying into Social Security in 1984, and those employed by the government after January 1, 1984 are eligible to draw benefits at the established retirement age(s).
Which of these was not part of the Social Security Act?
American citizens' healthcare paid for by the Federal government.
What is fica tax on your paycheck?
It is a federal tax to support the Social Security old age and survivors benefits and the Social Security Disability Income benefits.
What is a federal contract?
Generally speaking, a contract with the federal government or some agency of the federal government.
Where can one find information on federal employment benefits?
Information regarding federal employment benefits can be found online. Benefits for Federal Employees are found on the Official USA's Government website. Benefits differ between the different careers available as a federal employee.
What is is the greatest mandatory federal government expenditure?
social security
