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    May 23, 2010, 12:13 PM
    How much is the government allowed to garnish social security for student loans
    I am retired and have Social Security, a small federal pension, and small state retirement. I owe for back taxes and student loans. I've heard that the government can levy 15% on my Social Security for back taxes and an amount for student loans. How much more than 15% can they levy and on which of my funds?
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    May 24, 2010, 09:51 AM
    Redundant question; already answered.
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