Blind Americans Return to Work Act of 2025

This bill establishes a 20-year demonstration project under the Social Security Act to modify how earnings affect disability benefits for blind individuals, encouraging their return to work. For participants, disability determination will no longer consider substantial gainful activity (SGA). Monthly benefits will be reduced by $1 for every $2 earned above the standard exempt amount plus work-related expenses, ensuring benefits do not fall below zero. Crucially, entitlement to benefits will not terminate due to earnings from services, and standard trial work period rules will not apply, removing significant disincentives. The Commissioner of Social Security can waive certain benefit requirements to implement the project, and participants can opt out after 120 months.