Social Security Administration Changing Way Social Security Numbers are Issued with Randomization Effective June 25

Effective June 25, 2011, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will change the way Social Security Numbers (SSNs) are issued by using “randomization,” a new randomized assignment methodology that will help protect the integrity of the SSN, extend the available pool of nine digit SSNs in every state, and extend the longevity of the SSN nationwide. While the length of the SSN will still be comprised of nine numbers, randomization will impact SSN Validation tools used for background checks. For Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Social Security Number Randomization, visit: http://www.ssa.gov/employer/randomizationfaqs.html. (more…)