The resolution urges the United States Congress to pass legislation that would enable individuals with disabilities to maintain their federal disability benefits upon marriage. Currently, the Social Security Administration (SSA) administers two key programs—Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)—which provide financial support to disabled individuals. However, existing federal statutes impose restrictions that can lead to the loss of these benefits if individuals with disabilities choose to marry, creating significant hardships for couples who wish to unite. The resolution highlights the case of Patrice Jetter and Garry Wickham, who face the dilemma of losing their benefits if they marry, underscoring the need for legislative change.

The resolution also points out that the asset limits for SSI recipients have not been updated since 1989, making it difficult for individuals to save money and manage their finances effectively. The SSA has acknowledged the need for policy updates to better reflect the current needs of disabled individuals, and recent enhancements to SSI are expected to benefit many. Given that approximately 10.2 percent of New Jersey's population has a disability, the resolution calls for Congress to take action to reform the SSI and SSDI programs, ensuring that marriage does not jeopardize the financial stability of individuals with disabilities.