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fromNextgov.com
3 days ago
US politics

Lawmakers seek details behind SSA plan to slash office visits

Four senators asked Social Security Commissioner Frank Bisignano to address a reported goal to halve field office visits in fiscal 2026 amid access and staffing concerns.
fromKqed
8 months ago
Digital life

New Social Security Rules Will Create Hurdles for Millions of Older Adults, Report Finds | KQED

New Social Security fraud checks on claims raise accessibility concerns for seniors and disabled individuals.
fromKqed
8 months ago
Digital life

New Social Security Rules Will Create Hurdles for Millions of Older Adults, Report Finds | KQED

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fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

Social Security wants about 15 million fewer visits in its field offices

The Social Security Administration wants to halve the number of people that go to its field offices in the 2026 fiscal year. More than 31 million people visited SSA field offices over the last fiscal year. Now, the agency aims to have 50% fewer visits - or no more than 15 million total - in fiscal 2026, which began in October, according to internal planning documents viewed by Nextgov/FCW.
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fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

Government committed to 200 childcare fee, but increase in places must happen - Taoiseach

The government promises to cap childcare fees at €200 per child per month, with a focus on increasing the number of available childcare places.
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