Number: 113-20
Date: September 10, 2014
Senate Confirms
Social Security Advisory Board Members
On Monday, September 8, 2014, the Senate confirmed the nominations of Social Security Advisory Board members. During the session, the Senate confirmed Henry J. Aaron to serve as a member of the Board for a term expiring September 30, 2014, by a vote of 54-43. The Senate also confirmed by voice vote the reappointment of Henry J. Aaron for a term expiring September 30, 2020; Lanhee J. Chen to serve for a term expiring September 30, 2018; and, Alan L. Cohen to serve for a term expiring September 30, 2016.
The Board now has full membership for the first time since 2008. Mr. Aaron will serve as Chair of the Board.