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Here's how your Social Security number works and what each element means

The Social Security Number (SSN) is an important means of identification for residents of the United States. It was originally designed to track U.S workers' earnings either by employment or ...
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Social Security changes on the table as House bills advance: New retirement age terms, more ID theft services

Millions of Americans rely on the Social Security Administration for information on when to claim retirement benefits and for help if their Social Security numbers have been compromised. Three new ...