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August Social Security direct payment worth $994 goes out in 20 days

The August 2026 Supplemental Security Income payments, worth up to 994, will be sent to recipients in 20 days. SSI payments are typically issued on the first day of each month. If the first day falls on a weekend or federal holiday, the payment is sent on the last business day of the previous month []
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