Helping Students SOAR with Social Security Act

This bill extends Social Security child benefits for students enrolled in qualifying post-secondary education until age 26, rather than the previous age limit of 19. It directly affects children of Social Security beneficiaries who are in at least half-time attendance at colleges, universities, or specific transition programs (like those for students with disabilities). The key provision defines "qualifying post-secondary school student" and allows benefits to continue through the end of a semester or quarter if a student turns 26 during their studies. It also clarifies the transition from high school to post-secondary education and adds specific definitions for related terms. The changes apply to applications filed 18 months after the bill's enactment.