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Understanding SSA Certification of Records Pursuant to § 403.155

Leave a Comment / How to Get Your Own Records. / April 1, 2023

As an advocate, it is essential to understand the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) certification process for records disclosed pursuant to 20 CFR parts 401 and 402, and this part. Section 403.155 of the Code of Federal Regulations outlines the process for requesting and obtaining certified copies of SSA records. https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/403/403-0155.htm Under § 403.155, the SSA …

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Understanding the Procedure for Assessing and Collecting Fees for FOIA Records

Leave a Comment / Fees / April 1, 2023

Welcome to our blog, where today we’ll discuss the procedure for assessing and collecting fees when providing records under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/402/402-0180.htm Let’s go through the process step by step. 1. Initial Request and Fee Agreement When you send a request, we’ll assume you agree to pay for the required services. …

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Fee Schedule for FOIA Records and Services: A Comprehensive Breakdown

Leave a Comment / How to Get Your Own Records. / April 1, 2023

Welcome to our blog post where we’ll be discussing the fee schedule for providing records and related services under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/402/402-0165.htm In this post, we’ll cover the various fees and charges associated with different types of records and services. Let’s dive right in! 1. Manual Searching or Reviewing of Records …

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Understanding Key Definitions in the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

Leave a Comment / Glossary of Definitions / March 31, 2023

Welcome to our blog post explaining the definitions found in section 402.30 of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/402/402-0030.htm This section provides definitions that are used throughout the rest of the Act. Understanding these definitions is important for anyone who is seeking access to government records through the FOIA. The first definition is “Agency,” …

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Understanding Privacy Act Fees: What You Need to Know

Leave a Comment / Fees / March 31, 2023

Are you familiar with the Privacy Act fees and how they work? https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/401/401-0095.htm If you’re looking to request copies of your records from a government agency, it’s important to know what you might be charged for and what you can expect. According to §401.95, agencies may charge fees for copying records, but only if you …

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