Policy Update · 4 min read
SSA Announces Plan to Reduce SSDI Hearing Backlog by 30% in 2026
The Social Security Administration has unveiled a new strategy to address the years-long backlog at ALJs, including additional hiring and virtual hearing options. Here's what it means for claimants waiting on a hearing date.
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