Social Security History

Historical Development of Economic Insurance

A detailed history of social insurance programs from ancient times to today.

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Text of the 1935 Social Security Act

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Legislative Histories

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Social Security Number History

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Important Reports & Studies

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Early Speeches & Articles

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Key Early Documents

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Social Security Pioneers

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Historical Anniversaries

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History Articles From OASIS Magazine

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Organizational History

Commissioners of SSA

Social Security Board Members

Cabinet Officials

Administrative History of SSA 1963-1968

Administrative History of SSA 1993-2000

History of SSA's International Operations

Miscellaneous Agency-Related Topics

History of the Historian's Office

History of Social Security's Website

SSA has discontinued the History Program, and we can no longer provide responses to informational requests.