Improving Social Security’s Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act

12/20/2024, 9:06 AM

Improving Social Security's Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act

This bill requires the Social Security Administration to provide a single point of contact for any individual whose Social Security account number has been misused. The single point of contact must track the individual's case to completion and coordinate with other specialized units to resolve case issues as quickly as possible.

Bill 118 hr 3765, also known as the Improving Social Security's Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act, aims to enhance the services provided by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to individuals who have been victims of identity theft. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on July 19, 2021, by Representative John Larson from Connecticut.

The main purpose of this bill is to improve the process for victims of identity theft to resolve issues related to their Social Security benefits. It requires the SSA to establish a centralized point of contact for individuals who have been victims of identity theft and are experiencing difficulties with their benefits. This point of contact will be responsible for coordinating with other agencies and organizations to assist victims in resolving their issues.

Additionally, the bill requires the SSA to provide training to its employees on how to assist victims of identity theft and to develop a plan for notifying individuals whose Social Security numbers have been compromised. It also mandates the SSA to report to Congress on its efforts to improve services for victims of identity theft. Overall, the Improving Social Security's Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act seeks to streamline the process for individuals who have been victims of identity theft to access the assistance they need to resolve issues related to their Social Security benefits. It aims to provide better support and resources to these individuals, ultimately helping them to recover from the financial and emotional impact of identity theft.
Congress
118
Number
HR - 3765
Introduced on
2023-05-31
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/31/2023
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Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Improving Social Security's Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act

This bill requires the Social Security Administration to provide a single point of contact for any individual whose Social Security account number has been misused. The single point of contact must track the individual's case to completion and coordinate with other specialized units to resolve case issues as quickly as possible.

Bill 118 hr 3765, also known as the Improving Social Security's Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act, aims to enhance the services provided by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to individuals who have been victims of identity theft. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on July 19, 2021, by Representative John Larson from Connecticut.

The main purpose of this bill is to improve the process for victims of identity theft to resolve issues related to their Social Security benefits. It requires the SSA to establish a centralized point of contact for individuals who have been victims of identity theft and are experiencing difficulties with their benefits. This point of contact will be responsible for coordinating with other agencies and organizations to assist victims in resolving their issues.

Additionally, the bill requires the SSA to provide training to its employees on how to assist victims of identity theft and to develop a plan for notifying individuals whose Social Security numbers have been compromised. It also mandates the SSA to report to Congress on its efforts to improve services for victims of identity theft. Overall, the Improving Social Security's Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act seeks to streamline the process for individuals who have been victims of identity theft to access the assistance they need to resolve issues related to their Social Security benefits. It aims to provide better support and resources to these individuals, ultimately helping them to recover from the financial and emotional impact of identity theft.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title VII of the Social Security Act to provide for a single point of contact at the Social Security Administration for individuals who are victims of identity theft.
Policy Areas
Social Welfare
Potential Impact
Computer security and identity theft•
Executive agency funding and structure•
Social Security Administration

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Latest Summary7/14/2023

Improving Social Security's Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act

This bill requires the Social Security Administration to provide a single point of contact for any individual whose Social Security account number has been misused...

Latest Action12/17/2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on Social Security.