Hudsinus v. Heckler

OPINION

CLARKSON S. FISHER, Chief Judge.

This action challenges the Constitutionality of the requirement that recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits must apply for, and accept, Social Security retirement benefits at age 62. As a result of complying with this requirement, plaintiffs cash income was increased beyond the eligibility level for SSI benefits. Plaintiffs ineligibility for SSI benefits caused her to lose collateral benefits, including Medicaid, that are available only to the “categorically needy.” 1 This mandated shift in the source of plaintiffs benefits at age 62…