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

Bill 118 s 2392, 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 Senate on September 26, 2019, by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand.

The main provisions of the bill include requiring the SSA to provide identity theft victims with a single point of contact within the agency to assist them in resolving issues related to their stolen identity. This contact person will be responsible for coordinating with other agencies and organizations to help victims navigate the process of recovering their stolen identity.

Additionally, the bill requires the SSA to establish a process for victims to request a new Social Security number if their current number has been compromised due to identity theft. This process will include verifying the victim's identity and ensuring that the new number is not linked to the fraudulent activities of the identity thief. Furthermore, the bill mandates that the SSA provide identity theft victims with access to credit monitoring services to help them detect and prevent further fraudulent activity. The agency will also be required to notify victims of any suspicious activity related to their Social Security number and provide them with information on how to report such activity. Overall, the Improving Social Security’s Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act seeks to improve the support and assistance provided to individuals who have fallen victim to identity theft, ensuring that they are able to recover their stolen identity and protect themselves from future fraudulent activity.