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General (03)Date:11/21/2025 12:01:36 PM From:"Rep. Lou Correa" repcorrea@mail8.housecommunications.gov To:"Public Comment" publiccomment@anaheim.net Subject:[EXTERNAL] MEMO: Some changes are coming to Medicare, Social Security, and Taxes for seniors. Here’s what to know. Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. TO: Interested Parties From: Rep. Lou Correa (CA-46) DATE: November 21, 2025 RE: Some changes are coming to Medicare, Social Security, and Taxes for seniors. Here’s what to know. Millions of Americans depend on Social Security and Medicare to survive. Earlier this year, the President signed into law legislation that makes changes to the benefit s our seniors rely on—so I wanted you to know more about what changes will be coming, and how it w ill impact you and your family. TAX DEDUCTIONS FOR SENIORS1 Taxpayers aged 65 and older will be able to deduct an additional $6,000 from their taxable income for tax years 2025 through 2028. The deduction will benefit middle and higher income seniors, lower-income seniors w ill feel less of an impact because the standard deduction wipes out most of t heir tax liability. Those making up to $75,000 in income (or $150,000 for joint filers) can see the full benefit. For those making above the $75,000 (or $150,000 for joint filers) income, this deduction will be phased out. Nearly half of Americans aged 65 or older will NOT benefit because of their income levels. Taxpayers and their spouses would have to provide their Social Security numbers to claim the deduction. These benefits will sunset after four years. TAXES ON SOCIAL SECURITY2 Federal income taxes have not been eliminated on Social Security benefits. The provision weakens Social Security funding by reducing the tax money it receives. It moves up the date the Social Security trust fund would run out by one year, from 2033 to 2032. Reports that seniors will receive a $6,000 check are inaccurate. Rather, some seniors may receive an additional tax deduction of up to $6,000 Only half of Americans aged 65 or older will receive the deduction. CHANGES TO MEDICARE 3 The President’s tax legislation made some important changes to Medicare costs and services. Medicare Eligibility Policies The law restricts Medicare eligibility to U.S. citizens, green card holders, Cuban-Haitian entrants, and people residing under the Compacts of Free Associat ion—eliminating Medicare eligibility for people not included in these groups, such as those w it h t emporary protected status, refugees and asylees. Medicare Savings Programs The law suspends a 2023 Biden administration rule to reduce barriers t o enrollment in Medicare Savings Programs (MSPs), which provides Medicaid coverage of Medicare premiums and cost sharing for low-income Medicare beneficiaries. Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Provides a temporary one-year increase of 2.5% to the Physician Fee Schedule for all services between January 1, 2026 and January 1, 2027. Orphan Drugs and the Drug Price Negotiation Program The 2022 Inflation Reduction Act gave Medicare the power to negotiate prices for certain high- cost medications, with the first negotiated prices taking effect in 2026. The law carves out orphan drugs, which are medications for rare disease, from Medicare drug price negotiations. Nursing Home Staffing Final Rule The law effectively suspends a 2024 Biden administration rule that requires long-term care facilities to meet minimum staffing levels (including a 24/7 Regist ered Nurse on-site and a minimum of 3.48 total nurse staffing hours per resident day). ANNUAL MEDICARE CHANGES Some regular changes to Medicare are on the horizon, unrelated to the President’s signing of his tax legislation. 2025 Medicare Premiums In November 2025, the updated premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for the Medicare Part A and Part B programs were announced, along wit h t he 2026 Medicare Part D income-related monthly adjustment amounts. More information can be found here. Medicare Part A The Medicare Part A inpatient hospital deductible that beneficiaries pay if admitted to the hospital will be $1,736 in 2026, an increase of $60 from $1,676 in 2025. Medicare Part B The standard monthly premium for Medicare Part B enrollees will be $202.90 for 2026, an increase of $17.90 from $185.00 in 2025.The annual deductible for all Medicare Part B beneficiaries will be $283 in 2026, an increase of $26 from the annual deductible of $257 in 2025. 2026 Medicare Advantage Rates In April 2025, the 2026 Medicare Advantage payment policies were finalized. They included a 7.2% increase ($35 billion) in payments to Medicare Advantage plans. As always, I am committed to serving you, advocating for issues that matt er t o our community, and connecting you to important resources. If you have questions about how t hese changes might impact you and your family, my office is here to help. Give us a call at (714) 559-6190. Footnotes: 1 https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/one-big-beautiful-bill-act-tax-deductions-for-working-americans-and-seniors 2 https://www.npr.org/2025/07/11/nx-s1-5459955/social-security-megabill-trump-tax-cuts 3 https://medicareadvocacy.org/impact-of-the-big-bill-on-medicare/ Sign up for my newsletter to get updates on this issue and others! Sign Up! Visit my website to learn more! correa.house.gov Contact Me Washington D.C. 2082 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 (202) 225-2965 Santa Ana Rancho Santiago Community College Building 2323 N. Broadway, Suite 319 Santa Ana, CA 92706 (714) 559-6190 . Un subscribe from futu re m essages. Date:11/22/2025 1:20:03 PM From:"Rep. Lou Correa" repcorrea@mail8.housecommunications.gov To:"Public Comment" publiccomment@anaheim.net Subject:[EXTERNAL] Busy Week in Washington Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Dear Neighbor, This week I was hard at work in Washington, standing up for justice for all. I kicked off the w eek by voting to release the Epstein Files. I then heard from family members and community leaders about how deportation policies are affecting the nation. As I bring your stories to the halls of Congress, I wanted to take a moment to show you what I’ve been working on. EXPOSING HARMFUL IMMIG RATIO N PO LICIE S This week, I held a shadow hearing to learn about how the Administration’s immigration policies are affecting communities across the country. I heard from Jim Brown, a Navy veteran whose wife is currently being denied re-entry into the United States, where she has lived for t he past 48 years. Donna Hughes-Brown is a green card holder who is detained in Ireland after trying t o return home from her aunt’s funeral. I spoke with her husband who admitted to voting for President Trump. According to Mr. Brown, President Trump lied to communities about who their immigration policies were going to target. Stories like the Browns’ show that these immigration policies target everyone, not just ‘the worst of the worst.’ Congressman Correa heard J im Brown share his story. Click HERE to watch the video. RELE ASING THE EPSTEIN FILES I also voted on the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which was finally signed int o law by the President. Now the Department of Justice has 30 days to release the Epstein files t o t he public. After years of injustice, we are one critical step closer to holding the sexual predators named in the files accountable. In this county, nobody is above the law, it’s about time that justice is served. Con gressman Correa voted to release the Epstein Files. Click HERE to see the video. RE MEMBERING RUDY CO RDO VA This week, our community said goodbye to one of our own, Rudy Cordova. I w as honored to share his memory on the House Floor. Rudy was born and raised in Santa Ana and he dedicated his life to building community and preserving Chicano culture. Under his guidance, Santa Ana’s Dia de los Muertos celebration has grown to be one of Orange County’s biggest event s each year. Thank you, Rudy, for all you have given Santa Ana. We will all miss you dearly. My prayers are w ith your family. Con gressman Correa shared Rudy Cordova’s memory on the House Floor. Click HERE to see the video. UPDAT ING MY CO MMUNITY O N UPCOMING ME DICAR E CHANG E S Millions of Americans depend on Social Security and Medicare to survive. Earlier this year, the President signed into law legislation that makes changes to the benefits our seniors rely on—so I wanted you to know more about what changes will be coming, and how it will impact you and your family. For more information, click HERE. As we approach the holidays, if you or a loved one has been detained by immigration officers or if you see anything out of the ordinary, please contact my office. You ca n ca ll us at 714-559- 6190 or email us at CorreaTips@mail.house.gov. As always, I am committed to serving you, advocating for issues that mat ter to our community, and connecting you to important resources. If you are experiencing any issues w it h a federal agency, my office is here to help. Give us a call at (714) 559-6190. Sincerely, Rep. Lou Correa Member of Congress Sign up for my newsletter to get updates on this issue and others! Sign Up! Visit my website to learn more! correa.house.gov Contact Me Washington D.C. 2082 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 (202) 225-2965 Santa Ana Rancho Santiago Community College Building 2323 N. Broadway, Suite 319 Santa Ana, CA 92706 (714) 559-6190 (Flav out for now) . Un subscribe from futu re m essages. Date:11/27/2025 10:05:49 AM From:"Rep. Lou Correa" repcorrea@mail8.housecommunications.gov To:"Public Comment" publiccomment@anaheim.net Subject:[EXTERNAL] Happy Thanksgiving! Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Dear Anaheim, Thanksgiving is a time to reflect and give thanks—from the time spent with fa mily to the wa y our community comes together. I’m especially grateful to be representing my hometown in Congress, where I’ve worked to bring federal tax dollars home and protect our seniors, working-class families, and veterans. This holiday season, I’m counting my blessings and fighting for those w ho are less fortunate. I am especially thankful this year to get to spend the holiday with my family. As the Administration continues with its immigration policies, I’m fighting to keep families toget her. Rest assured: I w ill continue to work every day to make things more affordable and increase access to opportunity for all who call Orange County home—including you and your family. I’m wishing you a happy Thanksgiving. If my office can ever be of assistance this holiday season, please do not hesitate to reach out at (714) 559-6190. Sincerely, Rep. Lou Correa (CA-46) Sign up for my newsletter to get updates on this issue and others! Sign Up! Visit my website to learn more! correa.house.gov Contact Me Washington D.C. 2082 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 (202) 225-2965 Santa Ana Rancho Santiago Community College Building 2323 N. Broadway, Suite 319 Santa Ana, CA 92706 (714) 559-6190 . Un subscribe from futu re m essages. Date:12/4/2025 1:02:34 PM From:"Rep. Lou Correa" repcorrea@mail8.housecommunications.gov To:"Public Comment" publiccomment@anaheim.net Subject:[EXTERNAL] Should Congress conduct oversight on international military actions? Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Dear Neighbor, The U.S. military has conducted several strikes on alleged drug boats, including a double ta p strike on a Venezuelan boat. This fall, these strikes have killed over 80 people, including the recent strikes off the coast of Venezuela which killed all 11 people on board. These actions w ere done without Congressional approval. As you may already know, only Congress has the constitutional power to declare war As we consider this important topic in Congress, I want to hear from you. I WANT YOUR OPINION: Should Congress conduct oversight on international military actions? Yes No Taking th is survey will sign you up for fu ture news a nd u pdates from our o ffice. As I push for Congress to get answers on this issue, I will keep your thoughts in mind. My job is to bring your voice to Washington, and I want to continue hearing from you as Congress considers taking action.. Sincerely, Rep. Lou Correa Member of Congress Sign up for my newsletter to get updates on this issue and others! Sign Up! Visit my website to learn more! correa.house.gov Contact Me Washington D.C. 1039 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 (202) 225-2965 Santa Ana Rancho Santiago Community College Building 2323 N. Broadway, Suite 319 Santa Ana, CA 92706 (714) 559-6190 . Un subscribe from futu re m essages. Date:12/6/2025 2:00:19 PM From:"Rep. Lou Correa" repcorrea@mail8.housecommunications.gov To:"Public Comment" publiccomment@anaheim.net Subject:[EXTERNAL] Bringing OC to DC Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. Dear Neighbor, I spent this week in Washington standing up for Orange County’s veterans, children, and environment. As I bring your stories to the halls of Congress, I wanted to take a moment to show you w hat I’ve been working on. G E T T ING IN THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT This holiday season, I’m counting my blessings and fighting for those who are less fortunate. I stopped by Toys for Tot’s toy drive, and said hi to Stitch and the amazing Marines who run the organization. After 78 years in Southern California, I’m honored to support Toys for Tots as they spread holiday cheer across the nation. Congressman Correa and Stitch came together to bring holiday cheer to kids across the country HE LPING OUR ENVIRO NMENT I also introduced the Design for Recycling Resolution to recognize and encourage efforts by manufacturers to reduce waste and consumption of raw materials by designing products to maximize their recyclability. We’ve made great strides in recycling collection and technology, but w e can and must do more. It requires more education, greater investments, more robust infrastructure, and working alongside manufacturers to design products with recyclabilit y at the forefront. This is how we’ll achieve our recycling goals, create more jobs, and further jumpstart the American economy. Congressman Correa in troduced the Design for Recycling Resolution STANDING UP FOR O C VE TS I also urged my colleagues on the House Veterans Affairs Committee to move forw ard with building Orange County’s first ever veterans cemetery in Anaheim. When it comes to our military heroes, all gave some, and some gave all. A VA cemetery in Orange County will allow thousands of our servicemen and women to be laid to rest back home. This cemetery building effort is supported unanimously across our district. I’ll keep fighting to get this job done. Congressman Correa urged the House Veterans Affairs Committee to support the development of a Veterans cemetery in Anaheim. CELE BRAT ING MAX MADRID I also celebrated the retirement of my friend and longtime member of staff Max Madrid. Max is a Navy and Vietnam War veteran and he has been a key member of my office since my days in the California State Legislature. After a lifetime of public service, Max is taking his well-earned retirement. I was proud to celebrate Max’s Career on the house floor. Click HERE to see my remarks. Thank you, Max, for your service. Congressman Correa celebrated Max Madrid on the House F loor As we approach the holidays, if you or a loved one has been detained by immigration officers or if you see anything out of the ordinary, please contact my office. You ca n ca ll us at 714-559- 6190 or email us at CorreaTips@mail.house.gov. As always, I am committed to serving you, advocating for issues that mat ter to our community, and connecting you to important resources. If you are experiencing any issues w it h a federal agency, my office is here to help. Give us a call at (714) 559-6190. Sincerely, Rep. Lou Correa Member of Congress Sign up for my newsletter to get updates on this issue and others! Sign Up! Visit my website to learn more! correa.house.gov Contact Me Washington D.C. 2082 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 (202) 225-2965 Santa Ana Rancho Santiago Community College Building 2323 N. Broadway, Suite 319 Santa Ana, CA 92706 (714) 559-6190 (Flav out for now) . Un subscribe from futu re m essages.