H.R. 8884Heading to a voteFamily & community
Bill would extend SSDI return-to-work test programs through 2031
Data as of July 23, 2026
The bill extends SSDI demonstration project authority, which expired in 2022, through 2031.AI-decoded45-second read · 5 questions answered below
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AI-decodedWhat does this do?
This bill renews and updates the Social Security Administration's authority to run SSDI "demonstration projects," extending the expired authority through the end of 2031. It also extends deadlines for starting new projects, requires 120 days' notice to Congress with success-measurement details before waiving benefit rules, clarifies funding sources, and protects participants from losing total income by joining a project.
Who does it affect?
The bill mainly affects SSDI recipients considering a return to work through pilot programs, plus the Social Security Administration and researchers who study the results.
Why does it matter?
Without renewed authority, the agency could not continue testing alternative rules aimed at helping SSDI recipients try working without immediately losing benefits. The bill does not change basic SSDI eligibility rules or benefit amounts.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- Project operations funded by admin budget
- Benefit payments come from trust funds
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee
- House vote — You are here
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: it's headed for a House floor vote. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act
- Introduced:
- May 19, 2026
- Latest action:
- July 20, 2026
Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1438 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8800, H.R. 8884, H. Con. Res. 113, H.R. 7008, H.R. 6955 and H.R. 9770. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8800 under a structured rule and for consideration of H.R. 8884, H. Con. Res. 113, H.R. 7008, H.R. 6955, and H.R. 9770 under a closed rule, with one hour of debate on each measure and one motion to recommit on H.R. 8800, H.R. 8884, H.R. 7008, H.R. 6955, and H.R. 9770.
Read the official bill on Congress.gov