Congress recently passed legislation that makes significant changes to Social Security benefits for government workers whose employment is not covered by Social Security but may be eligible for Social Security benefits. Please note this law has no effect on most SCERS members.  More than 99% of SCERS members – including all Safety members – are covered by Social Security.

The Social Security Fairness Act, signed into law by President Biden on January 6, 2025, may affect a small number of SCERS retirees working in the Mission Oaks and Rio Linda Elverta recreation and parks districts. SCERS does not manage the changes provided by the new law or the potential adjustments to Social Security benefits.

For more information concerning this matter, please refer to Social Security Administration or call them at 1-800-772-1213.