Social Security payments are often made on schedule, but in 2025 there will be significant adjustments because of federal holidays. On federal holidays, the Social Security Administration (SSA) does not process payments. To ensure that they are sent on time, they instead postpone payments until the day before.
For those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and others who rely on these benefits, this adjustment is crucial. Delays caused by banks and government offices closing on national holidays are eliminated by the adjustment.
First Federal Holiday Will Impact SSI Payment
The first Social Security payment will be delayed on January 1, 2025, the first Federal holiday of the year. Typically, SSI checks are issued on the first of each month.
However, January 1, 2024, is a Federal Holiday, therefore there won’t be any payment on that day. Rather, on December 31, 2024, winners will receive their funds.
This implies that the 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) hike for SSI recipients will arrive just one day early. For low-income Americans who rely on these payments to cover their expenses, this move is welcome.
Another Federal Holiday to Reschedule Payment in September
Another modification will take effect on Labor Day, Monday, September 1, 2025. Because Labor Day is a Federal holiday, SSI benefits that were due on that day will instead be paid on Friday, August 29, 2025.
Eligible individuals will receive up to $967 in SSI benefits, and this adjustment ensures that payments are made on schedule despite the vacation.
Full List of Federal Holidays in 2025
The full list of federal holidays in the US year 2025 is as follows:
- Wednesday, January 1: New Year s Day
- Monday, January 20: Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.
- Monday, January 20: Inauguration Day
- Monday, February 17: Washington s Birthday
- Monday, May 26: Memorial Day
- Thursday, June 19: Juneteenth National Independence Day
- Friday, July 4: Independence Day
- Monday, September 1: Labor Day
- Monday, October 13: Columbus Day
- Tuesday, November 11: Veterans Day
- Thursday, November 27: Thanksgiving Day
- Thursday, December 25: Christmas Day
In order for beneficiaries to receive their money on time and take into account Federal holidays, the SSA aims to make these modifications simple for them to manage.
See Also: December Payment Adjustments for US Retirees Born on or after the 21st of Any Month
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