Part of the 41 percent benefit increase Social Security implemented for 2006 is the Student Earned Income Exclusion for SSI.

The maximum amount a blind or disabled child who is a college, university or technical school student can earn now is $1,410.00 per month, but not more than $5,670.00 for 2005.

In 2006, the Student Earned Income Exclusion will increase to $1,460 per month, but not more than $5,910 for 2006.

These earnings will not be counted against his or her Supplemental Security Income Benefits.

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