United States, Petitioner v. Jose Luis Vaello-Madero
Case Number:
20-303
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Firms
- Clark Hill
- Curtis Mallet-Prevost
- Kasowitz Benson
- Kutak Rock
- Orrick Herrington
- Quinn Emanuel
- Skadden Arps
- Williams & Connolly
- Winston & Strawn
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April 21, 2022
Justices Say Puerto Ricans Not Entitled To SSI Benefits
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Thursday that the Constitution does not require Congress to extend Supplemental Security Income disability benefits to residents of Puerto Rico, ruling that Congress can treat the territories differently for tax and benefits purposes.
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November 09, 2021
Gov't Argues Congress Can Deny Puerto Ricans SSI Benefits
The federal government on Tuesday urged the U.S. Supreme Court to reverse a ruling extending Supplemental Security Income disability benefits to Puerto Rico residents.
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September 08, 2021
AGs Urge High Court To Allow Puerto Rican SSI Benefits
A coalition of attorneys general called on the U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday to allow Americans in Puerto Rico to receive Supplemental Security Income disability benefits, saying their exclusion from certain welfare programs is harmful and rooted in racism.