SSA

Social Security Ruling SSR 26-1p on Child Disability Evaluation

The Social Security Administration has issued Social Security Ruling SSR 26-1p concerning the evaluation of continuing disability for children under age 18. This ruling clarifies the application of steps 2 and 3 of the medical improvement review standard sequential evaluation process for functional equivalence.

Rescission of Social Security Rulings

The Social Security Administration has rescinded four Social Security Rulings (SSR 64-13, 74-8c, 78-24, and 79-38). This action removes outdated guidance from the agency's administrative record, effective January 21, 2026.