Congress is once again debating the Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82), a proposal that would repeal two controversial provisions—the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO). Supporters say it’s about fairness for public servants who paid into both Social Security and government pensions. Critics argue it could strain the program’s finances and unfairly boost benefits for some higher earners. Whether you gain or lose depends heavily on your work history. Understanding both sides reveals what’s really at stake.
