When it comes to understanding Social Security, having access to reliable resources is essential. In this guide, we’ll explore various online platforms where you can find valuable information about Social Security administration. Whether you’re a curious citizen, a researcher, or someone navigating the intricacies of benefits, these resources will empower you with knowledge:

  • Congressional Research Service — Posts reports on all kinds of things, including Social Security. Tends to be written at the elementary level since they’re writing for members of Congress and their staffs.
  • FOIA Reading Room — Social Security posts some of their most popular responses to Freedom of Information requests.
  • HALLEX — A manual for agency employees working on hearings and appeals.
  • POMS Recent Changes — POMS is Social Security’s main staff manual.
  • ALJ Discussion Board — Where some of the agency’s Administrative Law Judges go to talk about agency matters but it’s mostly for wannabe ALJs.
  • Disability Stats — Statistics on Social Security disability claims.
  • Emergency Messages — Important staff instructions but usually not really about emergencies.
  • Federal Register — Where official notices are posted.
  • OIG Reports — Where the agency’s Office of Inspector General posts reports on investigations they have completed.
  • OMB Regs Review — Changes to regulations that Social Security has asked the Office of Management and Budget to review.
  • Social Security Contracting — Where Social Security posts information about contractors they are seeking.

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