13 Jan 2025
🔒DHS Proposes Changes to Social Security Number Regulations and Compliance
Privacy Act of 1974; Implementation
Summary
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS or Department) is proposing to amend its regulations under the Privacy Act of 1974 consistent with the Social Security Number Fraud Prevention Act of 2017. In addition, DHS is proposing to amend the rules regarding including a Social Security number on physical mail only when necessary to further define "necessary" and provide instructions on redaction of social security numbers when feasible.
Agencies
- Homeland Security Department
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Business Impact
$$ - Med
The proposed rule mandates how DHS can use Social Security numbers in mailed documents, impacting compliance and regulatory requirements for businesses interacting with DHS. It specifically impacts how entities must manage and secure personal information, influencing their data-handling practices.