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, individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) face the risk of losing their benefits if they marry, due to outdated asset limits and marriage rules established by Congress. The resolution highlights the case of Patrice Jetter and Garry Wickham, who are concerned about the potential loss of their benefits if they were to marry, illustrating the broader issue faced by many couples with disabilities.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has acknowledged the need for policy updates to better support individuals with disabilities, recognizing that existing rules are antiquated and do not reflect modern needs. The resolution emphasizes the importance of marriage as a fundamental right and calls for legislative action to reform SSI and SSDI policies, allowing disabled individuals to marry without the fear of losing essential financial support. It also notes that approximately 10.2 percent of New Jersey's population has a disability, underscoring the significance of this issue for many residents.