David Camp, NOSSCR Senior Policy Advisor

One of the many tools used by NOSSCR to advance our mission is a member-funded “NOSSCR PAC.” As we prepare for consequential elections on Tuesday, we want to take this moment to remind you of this effective way we protect and advance this profession. Congress doesn’t only pass laws that alter Social Security, the oversight function of individual members and key committees has a significant effect on the policies and priorities at SSA. Our PAC keeps us strong and connected to that work. The PAC has taken in more than $100,000 since January 2025, and we’re excited to confirm that—as of the contributions received during our Salt Lake conference–the PAC can now boast more than 100 individual donors! We’ve added more than 20 regular donors since our Baltimore conference.

Why a PAC Matters to Your Caseload

Every issue we raise on the Hill starts with a conversation: asset limits that trap SSI recipients in poverty, the marriage penalty, delays in getting records, the security of the information we entrust to the agency. Those conversations happen more easily when we already have relationships with the members and staff who handle Social Security issues, and the PAC is one way we build them.

The PAC is one tool for building those relationships. I have said before that NOSSCR is nonpartisan and has connections to both Democrats and Republicans, and that the PAC expands our capacity to educate and connect. That remains true today, with your support.

How the PAC Is Set Up

The NOSSCR PAC is connected to NOSSCR but is legally separate, and NOSSCR manages it. By its rules, a majority of the PAC board must be NOSSCR board members, and every PAC board member must be a PAC donor. Current NOSSCR President Rob Wendt and Vice President Ted Norwood are great examples–both support the PAC with regular contributions.

What the PAC Has Done in Person Recently

At our Salt Lake City conference earlier in October we hosted an event for Ben McAdams, the former member of congress hoping to return by representing the Utah-1 district. He spoke with our donors and gave us a preview of his legislative priorities, while inviting NOSSCR’s involvement. At our spring conference in Baltimore in April, the PAC held a reception and fundraiser for Representative Sarah Elfreth (MD-3). Events like these give members a chance to speak with a lawmaker directly, delivering descriptions of our priorities in a personal way that cannot be matched with impersonal online donations.

This reflects a decision our board made back in 2022, outlining a new political advocacy strategy that emphasizes building relationships with in-person engagment.

Giving to the PAC

Contributions are voluntary, and I encourage you to log in as a NOSSCR member and visit our donation page here: https://nosscr.memberclicks.net/index.php?option=com_mcform&view=ngforms&id=2274825#!/. Contribution levels are only suggestions, and you are free to give more or less. Monthly recurring donations are preferred.

What Comes Next

The upcoming elections could reshape committee leadership and the legislative vehicles available to us in 2027. Relationships built now are the ones we will draw on then, whichever party holds the gavel. The PAC’s growth is a good start, and broader participation among our members would make it stronger. And for all of those who have already opened their wallets to become a PAC supporter, we thank you!

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Contributions to the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives PAC (NOSSCR PAC) are not tax-deductible as a charitable contribution for federal income tax purposes. Contributions to NOSSCR PAC will be used to support federal and state candidates, political parties, and other political committees. Contributions are strictly voluntary. You may refuse to contribute without reprisal. Any proposed contribution level is merely a suggestion, and you are free to contribute more or less than suggested. You will not benefit or be disadvantaged by reason of the amount of your contribution or a decision not to contribute. Federal law requires NOSSCR PAC to use its best efforts to collect and report the name, mailing address, occupation and employer of persons whose contributions exceed $200 in a calendar year. You must be a U.S. citizen or lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the U.S. to contribute.