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The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a new matching program with the Office of Child Support Services (OCSS) under the Department of Health and Human Services. This program will allow SSA to access employment and unemployment data to help administer the Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Disability Insurance (DI), and Ticket-to-Work programs. The goal is to verify individuals' eligibility and payment amounts accurately. Public comments on the program are open until January 29, 2025, and the program will take effect shortly after, lasting for 18 months.

The Social Security Administration has issued a new Social Security Ruling (SSR 24-3p) that replaces an older ruling, SSR 00-4p. The new rule changes how vocational evidence is handled in disability determinations, allowing the use of different sources of occupational information beyond the outdated Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT). It emphasizes flexibility for vocational specialists and experts in choosing data sources, without needing to explain differences with the DOT, to improve efficiency in assessing disability claims. These changes aim to streamline the process by reducing unnecessary complications and making better use of updated job classification standards.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has finalized changes to its Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) regulations to align with the FOIA Improvement Act of 2016. These updates aim to make procedures for accessing information more accessible and clearly outlined for public understanding. The new rule reorganizes SSA's FOIA guidelines, clarifies terms like "commercial interest," and provides extensive details on processing requests, fees, and exemptions. The SSA hopes these changes will improve transparency and efficiency for both the agency and the public.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is seeking public comments on proposed changes to the information collection packages that need approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This includes updates such as the revision of forms used for claims and benefits processing, and improving electronic communication with healthcare providers. Individuals are invited to share thoughts on the effectiveness and burden of these changes by April 14, 2025, through mail, email, or the online portal. The notice aims to ensure that the data collection process is effective, necessary, and easy to understand while minimizing the effort required from the public.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a new matching program with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to verify eligibility for the Medicare Part D Low Income Subsidy. This program involves the IRS sharing specific taxpayer information with the SSA to determine correct subsidy percentages for benefits under the Social Security Act. Interested parties have until May 12, 2025, to submit comments regarding this program, which will begin on May 27, 2025, and last for 18 months. The initiative is authorized under specific sections of the Internal Revenue Code and the Social Security Act.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is seeking public comments on information collection packages that require approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This notice involves a revision of previously approved collections under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. SSA invites feedback on several areas, including the accuracy of its burden estimates and suggestions to improve the quality and clarity of the information collected. Individuals can submit their comments via mail, email, fax, or online until March 17, 2025, referencing Docket ID Number [SSA-2024-0057].

The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced changes to its records systems under the Privacy Act of 1974. This notice outlines the modification of certain existing records, specifically mentioning new guidelines for handling fees related to representative services. The changes include detailed updates about who can receive fees for services and how they are processed. Public comments on this modification are invited until January 2, 2025, and the new rules will take effect on that date.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a list of information collection packages needing approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This includes revisions and extensions of existing collections under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. SSA seeks public input on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of these collections, and suggestions for improvements. The notice covers several forms and procedures related to Social Security benefits, overpayment waivers, appeals, and state reporting requirements. Public comments are encouraged and must be submitted by specific deadlines to ensure consideration.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced a new emergency information collection tool called the Security Authentication PIN (SAP) to strengthen security measures during phone interactions. This tool will help verify user identities for certain services like direct deposit changes and flagged claims, reducing fraud risk. The process involves generating a unique PIN through a mySocial Security account and sharing it with a technician when making requests over the phone. While mandatory under the emergency rule, people can still visit local offices to verify their identity in person if they prefer not to use the SAP system.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced updates to their electronic Consent Based Social Security Number (SSN) Verification (eCBSV) service. They are adding two more subscription tiers and reducing fees for all tiers to make the service more accessible and affordable for smaller and medium-sized users. This includes a new tier for up to 75,000 transactions and another for up to 500,000. The changes aim to recover development costs while providing cost relief to users, with a plan to break even by 2027.