2023 - September (V45, I9)

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Volume 45

Number 9

September 2023

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Volume 45 | Number 9

NOSSCR Comments on Direct Payments to Entities

NOSSCR has filed a comment letter on the proposed changes to the rules for claimant representation and direct payment to entities.

NOSSCR News

NOSSCR Chief Strategy Officer Laura Beth Waller provides an update on NOSSCR operations and the recent meeting of the Board of Directors.

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Preview of iSSI Application Process

Get a first look at draft versions of the new iSSI application.

Update on Protecting Foster Children’s Benefits from State Seizure

NPR reports on steps SSA is taking to limit SSI benefits being seized by the state from children in foster care.

DIRECTOR PROFILE: Christine Burnside

Learn more about NOSSCR Board member Christine Burnside.

DIRECTOR PROFILE: Ted Norwood

Learn more about NOSSCR Board member Ted Norwood.

PIEMONTE’S PERSPECTIVE: VE Qualifications

George Piemonte explains how to respond when asked to stipulate to the qualifications of a VE.

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What’s Happening in the 7th Circuit – August 2023 Edition

Ryan Tank provides an update on cases in the 7th Circuit.

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CA Reps File Grievance Against CE Edie Glantz

Bay Area Legal Aid, the Homeless Action Center, and the Law Office of Katherine Siegfried filed a formal grievance against consultative examiner Dr. Edie Glantz.

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LEGISLATIVE SPOTLIGHT: SSI Savings Penalty Elimination Act

NOSSCR’s Betsy Osborn provides an overview of the SSI Savings Penalty Elimination Act.

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SSA/Administrative Updates

Updates on “paper claim” messages, ERAP, and upcoming comment period deadlines.

PAC Contributor List – September 2023

NOSSCR thanks its 2023 PAC Contributors.

Useful Resources – September 2023

Useful resources for NOSSCR members.

2023 Virtual Conference

Join experts from across the Social Security and Disability legal landscape. Speakers provide insightful presentations on navigating the claims process, maximizing representatives’ chances of winning cases, running a firm/practice more effectively, finding prospective new clients, and more.

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