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 demonstration of compromised confidentiality by a parent or guardian.
Expected Effects
This act will allow for the reissuance of social security numbers for children whose information has been compromised. This change aims to protect children from potential identity theft. The amendments will take effect 180 days after the enactment of the Act.
Potential Benefits
- Provides a mechanism to protect children from identity theft.
- Offers parents/guardians recourse in cases of compromised Social Security cards.
- Enhances the security of children's personal information.
- Clarifies the process for reissuing Social Security numbers in specific cases.
- Potentially reduces the long-term impact of identity theft on children's futures.
Potential Disadvantages
- May create an administrative burden for the Social Security Administration.
- Could lead to increased instances of fraudulent claims if not carefully monitored.
- Requires parents/guardians to proactively report and demonstrate compromised confidentiality.
- The 180-day delay before implementation could leave some children vulnerable in the interim.
- Doesn't address other potential sources of identity theft beyond lost or stolen cards.
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. While the Constitution does not explicitly address Social Security numbers or identity theft, the Act can be viewed as an effort to 'promote the general Welfare' as stated in the Preamble. Article I, Section 8, which grants Congress the power to collect taxes and provide for the general welfare, provides the basis for Social Security legislation.
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).