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HHS reports 35 states have stopped intercepting Social Security benefits for orphans

The Department of Health and Human Services reported that 35 states have stopped intercepting Social Security benefits meant for orphans in foster care. This change ends a long-standing practice where state agencies took these benefits after the death of the children's parents.

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The Department of Health and Human Services reported that 35 states have stopped intercepting Social Security benefits meant for orphans in foster care. This change ends a long-standing practice where state agencies took these benefits after the death of the children's parents.

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HHS touts 35 states that have scaled back ‘orphan tax’ on Social Security benefits

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HHS reports 35 states have stopped intercepting Social Security benefits for orphans