§229.46. Spouse or divorced spouse benefit.
20 C.F.R. § 229.46
If a spouse or divorced spouse is included in the computation of the overall minimum, a benefit of 50 percent times the Overall Minimum PIA is computed. In the case of a spouse, the benefit may be adjusted for the family maximum, age, or other benefits. In the case of a divorced spouse, the benefit may be adjusted only for age or other benefits.
Notes, amendments, and revision history
Authority
Authority: 45 U.S.C. 231(f)(b)(5).
Source
Source: 58 FR 53397, Oct. 15, 1993, unless otherwise noted.