Congressman Gonzalez Recognizes 83rd Anniversary of Social Security

WASHINGTON – Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) today issued the following statement recognizing the 83rd Anniversary of President Franklin D. Roosevelt signing Social Security into law:

"Today marks 83 years since President Franklin D. Roosevelt enacted the Social Security program, which has helped millions of Americans retire comfortably after a lifetime of hard work. Since then, we have honored our promise to protect our elderly and ensure reliable access to the resources and support that they earned.

Unfortunately, one in every five elderly Americans have been victims of financial abuse. Now, more than ever, we cannot abandon our seniors when their resources, and ultimately their independence, are threatened. As a member of Congress, I will continue to stand with our seniors against ill-advised efforts to privatize Social Security and block policies that open the door to financial exploitation.

I am proud to co-sponsor legislation like H.R. 1902, the Social Security 2100 Act, which aims to protect our Social Security system and improve benefits for current and future generations. Congress must come together and pass this legislation to allow Social Security to continue to function for the people. The health and well-being of millions of American senior citizens depends on it."