Increase in child's age limit for child-in-care benefits

(a) In general Section 202(s)(1) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 402(s)(1)) is amended by striking age of 16 and inserting age of 18 (or, in the case of a child who is a full-time elementary or secondary school student, 19). (b) Effective date The amendment made by this section shall take effect on January 1, 2027, and shall apply to determinations of eligibility for, and the amount of, benefits payable on or after such date.