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SSA RIN: 0960-AH68 Publication ID: Fall 2014 
Title: ● Social Security Number Card Applications (3855I) 
Abstract: We are revising our regulations to allow applicants for a Social Security number (SSN) card to apply by completing a prescribed application and submitting the required evidence without completing a paper for SS-5. We are also removing the word "documentary" from our description of certain evidence requirements. These administrative changes will simplify the SSN card application and provide flexibility to allow for the use of electronic processes which would result in greater access and ease of use for card applicants. In addition, we are replacing "Immigration and Naturalization Service" with "Department of Homeland Security" to reflect that agency's name change. These changes are administrative in nature and do not substantively affect eligibility or evidentiary requirements. 
Agency: Social Security Administration(SSA)  Priority: Other Significant 
RIN Status: First time published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Stage 
Major: Undetermined  Unfunded Mandates: No 
CFR Citation: 20 CFR 422.103    20 CFR 422.107    20 CFR 422.110   
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined   
Legal Deadline:  None

Statement of Need:

These administrative changes will simplify the SSN card application and provide flexibility to allow for the use of electronic processes, which would result in greater access and ease of use for card applicants.

Summary of the Legal Basis:

Administrative--not required by statute or court order.

Alternatives:

None.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits:

To be determined.

Risks:

None.
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule  12/00/2014 
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No  Government Levels Affected: Federal 
Small Entities Affected: No  Federalism: No 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: Yes 
Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov  
RIN Data Printed in the FR: No 
Agency Contact:
Arthur LaVeck
Social Insurance Specialist
Social Security Administration
Office of Income Security Programs, Office of Retirement and Disability Policy, Office of Income Security Programs, 6401 Security Boulevard,
Baltimore, MD 21235-6401
Phone:410 966-5665

Brian Rudick
Social Insurance Specialist, Regulations Writer
Social Security Administration
Office of Regulations and Reports Clearance, 6401 Security Boulevard,
Baltimore, MD 21235-6401
Phone:410 965-1483
Email: brian.rudick@ssa.gov