Social Security Law

Nonpartisan policy information on Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Medicare and other social insurance programs.

Library of Social Security law with links to key primary and secondary sources: the Social Security Act, Regulations, Programs and Operations Manual System (POMS), Hearings Rules (HALLEX).

Summaries and status of proposed legislation, and Congressional testimony by Social Security officials.

The Government Pension Offset and the Windfall Elimination Provision. Updates on proposed changes.

Information about Social Security and Supplemental Security Income disability benefits, provided by a former Social Security disability determination specialist.

Information about Social Security and SSI work incentives for disabled people who want to return to work.