Governor Signs Social Security Proclamation

August 14 marked 90 years of Social Security—and we want to celebrate with YOU! For 90 years, Social Security has been there for multiple generations—and AARP fights every day so that it stays strong for you and generations to come. Governor Janet Mills has officially proclaimed August 14, 2025 as the ‘90th Anniversary of Social Security’ in #Maine, recognizing the program’s enduring impact on the lives of Mainers and Americans nationwide.

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A Legacy of Security
Since 1935, Social Security has helped older Americans live and retire with dignity, supported people with disabilities, and provided vital income to families after the loss of a loved one. It’s a promise earned through a lifetime of hard work—and it has stood the test of time, weathering economic downturns, political shifts, and demographic change. In its 90 years of existence, a payment has never been missed.

Today, over 67 million Americans receive Social Security benefits, including approximately 370,000 Mainers—nearly one in four residents of the state. These benefits contribute an estimated 7.2 billion annually to the Maine economy. For many, it’s the bedrock of their retirement. As we approach this milestone anniversary, one thing is clear: We must continue to protect and strengthen Social Security.