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Social Security Acting Commissioner Kilolo Kijakazi Directs Review of Overpayment Procedures and Policies

The Social Security Administration has provided people with income security for over 80 years. The agency takes seriously its responsibilities to ensure eligible individuals receive the benefits to which they are entitled...

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