From atlaswealth.com: A new bill, H.R. 1547, introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives may strip Australian expats of their eligibility for Social Security benefits, limiting access to U.S. citizens and nationals only.

This legislation affects over 100,000 Australians in the U.S. who would still have to pay Social Security taxes despite losing benefits, particularly impacting those on various work visas.

The bill is considered a punitive measure focusing on reducing Social Security expenses and may require Australian expats to pursue U.S. citizenship to regain access to these benefits.