April 2024 Social Security Checks Schedule: Seniors to receive extra payments

The schedule of Social Security check distribution for next month is set and there is good news for most American senior citizens. In April 2024, Social Security payments will be made on the second, third, or fourth Wednesday of the month based on the recipient’s birthday:

• Second Wednesday: For birthdays between the 1st and 10th of the month
• Third Wednesday: For birthdays between the 11th and 20th of the month
• Fourth Wednesday: For birthdays after the 20th of the month

SSA announces relief for seniors for April 2024

In a welcomed relief for American seniors, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a reduction in penalties for overpayments, potentially resulting in increased payouts for recipients come April. Traditionally, errors leading to overpayments in Social Security benefits have incurred severe penalties, including significant cuts to future benefits or even suspension until the overpaid amount is fully repaid.

SSA Commissioner Martin O’Malley confirmed this shift, signaling a departure from previous practices, offering respite to seniors who have been overpaid. Under the new policy, failure to respond to notices from the SSA will no longer result in the withholding of 100% of the payout. Effective Monday, March 25, clawbacks will be eliminated, with overpayment errors leading to a mere 10% reduction in Social Security benefits instead of complete cessation.

Commissioner O’Malley highlighted the injustices faced by individuals experiencing financial hardship due to abrupt benefit stoppages to recover decades-old overpayments, underlining the need for reform. Among the changes underway are:

• Accountability: The SSA will assume responsibility instead of burdening recipients with proving fault for overpayments.
• Simplified Repayment: Beneficiaries will have easier options to repay excess payments over five years instead of the current three-year period.
• Waiver Requests: Recipients can request waivers if they believe they were not at fault for…