On November 13, 1979, I wrote to you regarding the Social Security Retirement Test Rules Bill (H.R. 5295). It is my understanding that on December 19, 1979, the U. S. House of Representatives passed the changes 383-0 and that the bill now goes to the Senate for its consideration. Since you are Chairman of the Senate Social Security subcommittee, I urge your support in the passage of this bill which would correct the injustice that would be done to insurance agents who have paid into the Social Security system for years and who would need the retirement benefits they planned on receiving. I would appreciate hearing from you on the status of this bill and how you personally feel on this matter so vital to so many. Sincerely, Gordon H, Herwig Manager, Life Department GHH:ds I am sure that you are well aware that the House passed H. R. 5295 on Dec. 19th, by a vote of 382 yeas to O nays. I am asking for your support in the passing of this legislation when it reaches the Senate. In my estination, in todays era of Inflation, it is avery unfair element to have a retired Insurance man's or ladie's Social Security benefit decreased because of an income from a renewal account that was earned and established by efforts prior to age 65. In my estimation that incone from this source should be treated the same as rental income from a prior investment such as apartments, houses, etc. Your support and the support of all your fellow Senators behind this legislation will erase this inequity. Thank You: Sincerely, Marina & Bickers Narvin E. Becker 28474 Huntington St. 53056 Hawkins, Ash, Baptie & Company CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS 99 MILWAUKEE STREET POST OFFICE BOX 1508 LA CROSSE, WISCONSIN 54601 February 26, 1980 Honorable Gaylord Nelson Senate Office Building Dear Senator Nelson: It is my understanding that H.R. 5925 which passed the House in December is now pending in the Senate Finance Committee. Passage of this bill is vital to the welfare of many retired or retiring professionals and we are most interested in its progress. Has this bill come before the Senate Social Security Subcommittee? Could you give some indication of how it is likely to proceed through the Senate and its prospects for passage during this session? I am told that the vote in the House was 389 - 0. Is it likely that the Senate would pass it quickly if no opposition develops? Sincerely, Wish Harding Richard G. Hawkins RGH/jw |