The Social Security Administration said the bill ensures most Social Security beneficiaries will no longer pay federal income taxes on their benefits. Instead, the bill provides a temporary tax deduction some are calling a "senior bonus.

The Social Security Administration sent a misleading email to benefit recipients and other Americans last week about the Republican budget bill that was recently signed into law by President Donald Trump. Advocates are now trying to correct the record to ensure beneficiaries know how the legislation could affect their tax bill.