RECON Act
Sponsored by Foushee, Valerie P. (Democrat-NC-4) · House · Introduced Apr 23, 2026
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Plain-English Summary (AI-assisted)
This bill would allow people who are denied Social Security benefits to skip the 'reconsideration' step and go directly to a hearing before a judge if they disagree with the denial. Currently, applicants must request reconsideration (where the same agency reviews the case) before they can appeal to a judge.
Legislative Status Timeline
Introduced
Apr 23, 2026
In Committee
Apr 23, 2026
Passed House
Pending
Passed Senate
Pending
Presidential Action
Pending
Sponsor
Foushee, Valerie P.
Independent · NC-4
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