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Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act
2/11/2026, 7:35 PM
Summary of Bill S 269
Bill 119 s 269, also known as the "Improving Coordination Between Federal and State Agencies Act," aims to enhance communication and collaboration between Federal and State agencies in order to improve the effectiveness of the Do Not Pay working system. The Do Not Pay system is a tool used by the government to prevent improper payments, such as fraudulent claims or payments to individuals who are deceased or incarcerated.
The bill seeks to streamline the process of sharing information between Federal and State agencies by establishing a framework for data sharing and coordination. This will help to ensure that agencies are able to quickly and efficiently identify and prevent improper payments before they are made.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to strengthen the accountability and oversight of the Do Not Pay system. It requires regular reporting on the system's effectiveness and implementation, as well as the establishment of a process for addressing any identified weaknesses or deficiencies. Overall, Bill 119 s 269 aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Do Not Pay system by promoting better coordination between Federal and State agencies and enhancing accountability and oversight.
The bill seeks to streamline the process of sharing information between Federal and State agencies by establishing a framework for data sharing and coordination. This will help to ensure that agencies are able to quickly and efficiently identify and prevent improper payments before they are made.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to strengthen the accountability and oversight of the Do Not Pay system. It requires regular reporting on the system's effectiveness and implementation, as well as the establishment of a process for addressing any identified weaknesses or deficiencies. Overall, Bill 119 s 269 aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Do Not Pay system by promoting better coordination between Federal and State agencies and enhancing accountability and oversight.
Congressional Summary of S 269
Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act
This bill permanently allows the Department of the Treasury to access certain death records maintained by the Social Security Administration (SSA) in order to facilitate the identification and prevention of improper payments (e.g., payments to deceased individuals).
Current law requires the SSA to share its Death Master File with the Do Not Pay system maintained by Treasury for three years. The bill makes this requirement permanent.
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Current Status of Bill S 269
Bill S 269 is currently in the status of Signed by President since February 10, 2026. Bill S 269 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 28, 2025. Bill S 269's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 119-77. as of February 10, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 269
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 269
Primary Policy Focus
Social WelfarePotential Impact Areas
- Disability assistance
- Intergovernmental relations
- Social security and elderly assistance
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 269
A bill to improve coordination between Federal and State agencies and the Do Not Pay working system.
A bill to improve coordination between Federal and State agencies and the Do Not Pay working system.
Comments

Goldie Cole
30,803
5 months ago
This bill is so dumb.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 269
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