The Social Security Administration (SSA) continues to roll out payments under the Social Security Fairness Act, benefiting thousands of recipients who have been awaiting their retroactive payments. This legislation, which became effective with payments due since December 2023, ensures that individuals receive past-due lump sum payments along with their updated monthly Social Security benefits.
Last month, on February 28, 2025, SSA issued the first batch of retroactive payments. Now, in a recent announcement on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the SSA shared the latest update on payment disbursement.
Did You Receive Your Retroactive Payment This Time?
The Social Security Press Office posted an update today on X:
“Today we’ll issue another 408,659 payments totaling $3,513,166,078.13! That brings the total so far to 632,019 payments totaling $5,122,649,067.46! More to come!”
This latest batch of payments, issued on March 3, 2025, marks a significant milestone in the disbursement process. According to the latest SSA data:
| Group | Date Paid | Paid | Total Amount Paid | Average Payment Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Group | 2/25/2025 | 1,705 | $12,083,323.83 | $7,086.99 |
| 2nd Group | 2/26/2025 | 98,309 | $497,053,151.06 | $5,056.03 |
| 3rd Group | 2/28/2025 | 123,346 | $1,100,346,514.44 | $8,920.81 |
| 4th Group (Latest Batch) | 3/3/2025 | 408,659 | $3,513,166,078.13 | $8,596.82 |
| Total So Far | – | 632,019 | $5,122,649,067.46 | $8,105.21 |
This means that if you haven’t received your payment yet, your batch might be coming soon. SSA has reassured that more payments will continue to be processed.
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Social Media Reactions: Are People Getting Their Payments?
The SSA’s announcement sparked a wave of reactions from recipients eagerly waiting for their payments. Some individuals shared their excitement, while others expressed concerns about delays in receiving their funds.
💬 “I hope this includes my name this time!” — A hopeful user awaiting their payment.
💬 “May my mother get it now.” — Another user, wishing for their loved one to receive much-needed funds.
These comments highlight the anticipation and need for these payments among Social Security beneficiaries.
When Next Retroactive Payment Will Be Released?
The SSA has confirmed that more payments will be released in the coming days. If you haven’t received your payment yet:
- Check your Social Security account for updates.
- Monitor SSA’s official announcements on X (@SSAPress).
- Ensure your direct deposit details are correct to avoid delays.
With over $5.1 billion already distributed, the Social Security Fairness Act continues to provide financial relief to seniors and eligible recipients across the country. Stay tuned for further updates!
