Social Security Child Protection Act of 2025
Summary
The Social Security Child Protection Act of 2025 aims to amend Title II of the Social Security Act. It focuses on reissuing Social Security account numbers to children under 14 when their confidentiality has been compromised due to loss or theft of their Social Security card. The bill mandates the Commissioner of Social Security to issue a new number upon evidence submitted by a parent or guardian under penalty of perjury.
Expected Effects
This act will create a process for reissuing Social Security numbers to young children whose information has been compromised. It seeks to protect children from potential identity theft. The changes will take effect 180 days after the enactment of the Act.
Potential Benefits
- Provides a mechanism to protect children from identity theft.
- Offers recourse for parents/guardians when a child's Social Security card is lost or stolen.
- Enhances the security of children's personal information.
- Clarifies the responsibilities of the Social Security Administration in such cases.
- Potentially reduces the long-term impact of identity theft on children's financial futures.
Potential Disadvantages
- Could create an administrative burden for the Social Security Administration.
- May require additional resources for processing reissuance requests.
- Potential for fraudulent claims by parents or guardians.
- Does not address other forms of identity theft beyond lost or stolen cards.
- The 180-day delay may leave children vulnerable in the interim.
Constitutional Alignment
The Social Security Child Protection Act appears to align with the Constitution's general welfare clause, as it aims to protect a vulnerable population (children) from potential harm (identity theft). The Act does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations. Article 1, Section 8 gives Congress the power to collect taxes to "provide for the...general welfare of the United States."
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).