Social Security tax
Definition
This tax was created under the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA). The amount taken from a contributor's earnings covers support for retired workers, those on disability, and individuals who are entitled to survivorship benefits, which provide financial support for individuals of a deceased family member who was the primary breadwinner.
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