Social Security Agency (SSA)

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is a U.S. government agency responsible for managing social insurance programs that provide financial support to retired workers, people with disabilities, and survivors of deceased workers. It collects payroll taxes through the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA), which fund these benefits. The SSA also issues Social Security numbers used for employment and identification. Its core goal is to ensure financial security for individuals and families affected by aging, disability, or death, throughout their lives, by administering these programs efficiently and accurately.