H.R. 5510 would amend title II of the Social Security Act to eliminate the five-month waiting period in the disability insurance program.

== Detailed Summary ==

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(Log in to editSocial Security Fairness for the wikiTerminally Ill Act of 2008 - Amends title II (Old Age, Survivors and beDisability Insurance) (OASDI) of the firstSocial Security Act to provide a detailed summary ofeliminate the bill!)waiting period for disability insurance benefits for terminally ill individuals.
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== Status of the Legislation ==

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Latest Major Action: 2/28/2008: Referred to House committee. Status: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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== Points in Favor ==

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