NOSSCR members just wrapped up two incredible days of learning and networking in North Carolina’s vibrant capital city. The Southeast Regional Conference (October 24-25) was the perfect setting to dive deep into continuing education, connect with colleagues, and get those burning questions answered. On Thursday we had a surprise visit from Jacki Russell, NC DDS Director and past-President of the National Council of Disability Determination Directors. You may remember that Ms. Russell also testified at the Social Security subcommittee hearing in October 2023 with NOSSCR CEO David Camp. On Thursday afternoon at a Happy Hour sponsored by the Federal Appeals Firm, members gathered for meaningful conversations in a relaxed setting.

On Friday, we were joined by Deputy Chief ALJ Christopher Dillon, who broke the news to NOSSCR about the upcoming raise to the fee petition approval cap. We also learned that OHO is moving towards a process to streamline hearing scheduling for representatives by launching a new portal in the first quarter of 2025. Check out Judge Dillon’s slides below for more details!

We are grateful for the support of our Friends of NOSSCR, Hall & Rouse, and Robertson Wendt Disability.

If you missed this event, don’t forget to join us in a few weeks in Fayetteville, Arkansas, for the Eighth Circuit conference or from the comfort of your home or office at our December Virtual Conference!