📄Analysis of SSA's Information Collection and Its Business Implications
The Social Security Administration has proposed revisions to information collection requirements related to various forms that impact benefits and compliance. These changes address the accuracy and burden estimates associated with collecting data from beneficiaries and other respondents, highlighting the need for public comments on proposed information collections.
Learn More🔒SSA Modifies Digital Identity Record System Under Privacy Act
In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, we are issuing public notice of our intent to modify an existing system of records entitled, Digital Identity File Record System (60-0373), last published on March 8, 2023. This notice publishes details of the system as set forth below under the caption, SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION.
Learn More🔒Modification of Travel and Border Crossing Records Under Privacy Act
In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, we are issuing public notice of our intent to modify an existing system of records entitled, Travel and Border Crossing Records (60-0389), last published on March 1, 2021. This notice publishes details of the modified system as set forth below under the caption, SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION.
Learn More🔒Notice on Modifications to Social Security System of Records
In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, we are issuing public notice of our intent to modify an existing system of records entitled, Appointments, Visitor Information, and Customer Service Record System (60-0350), last published on November 7, 2022. This notice publishes details of the modified system as set forth below under the caption, SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION.
Learn More💰90th Anniversary of Social Security Act
Proclamation 10964 celebrates the 90th anniversary of the Social Security Act, reaffirming the government's commitment to strengthening the social safety net for seniors and addressing fraud within the program. The proclamation emphasizes the importance of Social Security in providing income security and acknowledges the contributions of American seniors to the nation's progress.
Learn More📋Proposed Caseload Reduction Documentation Process by ACF
The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is requesting a 3-year extension of the form ACF-202: Caseload Reduction Report (Office of Management and Budget (OMB) #0970-0338, expiration October 31, 2026). There are substantive changes requested to the instructions and form.
Learn More💵SSA and IRS Announce New Matching Program Affecting Medicare Premiums
In accordance with the provisions of the Privacy Act, as amended, this notice announces a new matching program with the United States Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Under this matching program, the IRS will disclose to SSA certain tax return information for the purpose of establishing the correct amount of Medicare Part B premium subsidy adjustments and Medicare Part D premium increases provided under the Social Security Act (Act), the Medicare Prescription Drug, Improvement, and Modernization Act of 2003 (Medicare Modernization Act), and the Affordable Care Act of 2010 (ACA).
Learn More🏦VA Matching Program May Affect Veterans' Benefits and Employment
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides notice that it intends to conduct a recurring computer-matching program matching Social Security Administration (SSA) Master Beneficiary Records and the Master Files of Social Security Number (SSN) Holders and SSN Applications (Enumeration System) with VA pension, compensation, and dependency and indemnity compensation records. The goal of this match is to identify beneficiaries, who are receiving VA benefits and SSA benefits or earned income, and to reduce or terminate VA benefits, if appropriate. The match will include records of current VA beneficiaries. A plain-language description of the matching program.
Learn More📄SSA's Information Collection Activities Impacting Businesses
The Social Security Administration (SSA) published a notice regarding information collection activities requiring public comments. It covers various processes including disability reviews, consent-based SSN verification, and fee agreements for representation, emphasizing the significance of compliance and regulatory requirements that impact business operations related to Social Security services.
Learn More🏠SSA Notice on Data Collection for Employment Initiatives
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is soliciting comments on information collections related to supportive housing and employment initiatives for homeless individuals. The SHIPS study aims to determine the effectiveness of combining Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services with supportive housing to improve employment outcomes, income, and self-sufficiency.
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