Social Security beneficiaries who stood to see a boost in payouts as the result of a law approved earlier this month may have to wait a little longer than expected for higher payments. Under the new law,

The Social Security Fairness Act repeals two provisions that will give qualifying individuals more money and potential back payments. Here's what you should know.

In an update posted to the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) website, the agency’s ability to implement the Act timely relies on funding. The bill did not provide funding. The agency also notes that funding is needed “to implement the law in a timely manner and without negatively affecting day-to-day customer service relies on funding.”

February’s Supplemental Security Income payment, worth up to $967, will go out to millions of beneficiaries in four days. The next SSI payments are scheduled to be distributed on Jan. 31. SSI payments are given to people living with debilitating disabilities that affect their income,