Nov/Dec 2006 Essma

Social Security and Medicare Questions
I would like to know how to get “Extra Help” with my Part D drug plan.

Ask the Advisor - Tax on Social Security Benefits Is Double Taxation!
Despite multiple tax cuts in recent years, Social Security recipients got no relief from the taxation of Social Security benefits.

Congressional Corner - The Guaranteed Benefits Of Social Security And Medicare Serve As A Bedrock Of A Secure Future
As we celebrate the 71st Anniversary of Social Security, some of my colleagues in Congress are pushing once again to privatize the program citing a "crisis" illustrated in the recent Social Security and Medicare trustees report.

Use Care When Switching Health Plans
Can I transfer back to Medicare in November?

Legislative Update - Paying Your Way Out of the Doughnut Hole? The Truth Behind Medicare Part D’s Coverage Gap
No other health insurance has ever been structured like Medicare Part D.

Notch Bulletin - Congress Keeps Notch Reform Bottled Up
Despite a record level of support in the House for “The Notch Fairness Act,” the legislation remains “bottled up” in committee by a handful of powerful opponents.

Failure to Enforce Immigration Laws Affects Your Benefits
Protests and pressure from TSCL members and supporters are playing a vitally important role in protecting our Social Security and Medicare benefits.

2007 COLA 3.3%
The Social Security Cost-Of-Living Adjustment (COLA) will increase benefits 3.3% in 2007.

Medicare Part B Premium Increases 5.6% For Most Seniors As High As 83% For Some As Means Testing Begins
TSCL Concerned Over High Risk Of “Glitches”


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