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Supplemental Security Income and Reporting Requirements

This report examines ongoing challenges within Supplemental Security Income (SSI) reporting processes and emphasizes the potential of modern digital solutions to transform SSI reporting, reduce burdens on recipients and staff, and build a more responsive and accurate system.

Social Security: Improving Hiring Processes at State Disability Determination Services

The Social Security Act requires state Disability Determination Services (DDSs) to determine medical eligibility for disability on behalf of the Social Security Administration (SSA). Entirely funded by SSA, the DDSs...

Protect Yourself Against Fraud

The Board partnered with SSA and OIG to raise awareness of government imposter scams and help the public protect themselves from fraud. Our efforts are to educate the public to be on the lookout for fake calls, texts, emails, messages on social media, or letters in the mail. Click to read more.

What is SSAB?

The Social Security Independence and Program Improvements Act of 1994 (Public Law 103-296) established a bipartisan Social Security Advisory Board composed of up to seven Board members appointed by Congress and the White House. Supported by a professional staff, the Board provides advice and recommendations to the President, Congress, and the Commissioner of Social Security on matters related to the Social Security and Supplemental Security Income programs and policies.

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Looking for SSA?

If you are visiting this site looking for information about Social Security benefits or other personal Social Security Information, you are unfortunately in the wrong place. 

Click here for guidance and assistance in finding what you need. 

 

Announcements

SSAB Releases 2026 SSI Statement

On July 24, 2026, the Social Security Advisory Board issued its 2026 statement on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) as part of SSA’s Annual Report on the SSI Program.

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SSAB Releases 2025 Annual Report

On February 27, 2026, the Social Security Advisory Board (the Board) published its Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Annual Report, summarizing its work during the past FY.

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Social Security Advisory Board announces the appointment of Amy Shuart as Chair

Amy Shuart Chair has been appointed chair of the Social Security Advisory Board.

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Trust Fund Buildings

Some federal property was acquired with money from Social Security’s trust funds. The Board believes that when these properties are sold, the proceeds should be returned to the trust funds. This letter to Congressional committees of jurisdiction provides more information on the topic and recommends that Congress take prompt action.