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SSA Modifies Privacy Act Systems of Records

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is modifying several Privacy Act systems of records. This includes adding a new routine use to permit disclosure to the U.S. Department of the Treasury for fraud prevention and improper payment recoupment. The public comment period ends on December 26, 2025.

SSA Privacy Act Notice Public Comment

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is seeking public comments on a Privacy Act notice. The comment period is open until March 16th. This is an opportunity for individuals and organizations to provide feedback on the SSA's data privacy practices.

SSA Proposed Rule Comment Period

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has opened a public comment period for a proposed rule. The comment period is scheduled to end on April 27th. This action allows interested parties to provide feedback on the proposed regulatory changes.

SSA Modifies Travel and Border Crossing Records System

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has published a notice of modification to its Travel and Border Crossing Records system (60-0389). The changes include updating system locations, removing gender references, and revising routine uses for clarity. The modification is effective upon publication, with a new routine use effective September 19, 2025.

SSA Notice on Information Collection Burden and Costs

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is publishing a notice regarding revisions to an OMB-approved information collection package, Form SSA-753, Statement Regarding Marriage. The agency is soliciting public comments on the accuracy of its burden estimates and the utility of the information collected.

SSA Proposes Information Collection for Ticket to Work Program

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is seeking public comment on a new information collection package for the Ticket to Work Program. This collection is part of an independent evaluation to assess the program's effects on work outcomes and cost-effectiveness for individuals with disabilities. Comments are due by November 3, 2025.

SSA Announces 2.8% Cost-of-Living Increase for 2026 Benefits

The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced a 2.8 percent cost-of-living increase for Social Security benefits effective December 2025. This adjustment, along with the national average wage index for 2024, will affect various program parameters for 2026.

SSA Modifies FOIA and Privacy Act Record System

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is issuing a notice to modify its Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act Record Request and Appeal System (60-0340). The modifications include updates to system location, authorities, purpose, routine uses, storage policies, and administrative safeguards. Public comments are invited on the new routine uses.

SSA and RRB Announce New Privacy Act Matching Program

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has published a notice of a new matching program with the Railroad Retirement Board (RRB). This program will allow SSA to verify Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Special Veterans Benefits (SVB) eligibility and payment amounts using RRB annuity data. The public has until December 22, 2025, to submit comments.

SSA Comment Request on Information Collection Revision

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is requesting public comments on a revision to an existing OMB-approved information collection, Form SSA-1693, Fee Agreement for Representation. The revision aims to update the burden estimate and Privacy Act Statement. Comments are due by December 24, 2025.