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Can I collect social security numbers from participants in Vermont? What are the requirements?

Based on the information provided in the documents indexed as [2.1], [3.1], and [4.1], you can collect social security numbers from participants in Vermont under certain circumstances. Here are the requirements:

  • For participants or applicants in the Food Stamp Program, the state agency shall require that a household provide the Social Security number (SSN) of each household member or apply for one before certification. If individuals have more than one number, all numbers shall be required. The State agency shall explain to applicants and participants that refusal or failure without good cause to provide an SSN will result in disqualification of the individual for whom an SSI is not obtained [2.1].
  • Prior to posting or requiring the posting of a document in a place of general public circulation, an agency, board, department, commission, committee, branch, instrumentality, or authority of the State, or an agency, board, committee, department, branch, instrumentality, commission, or authority of any political subdivision of the State shall take all reasonable steps to redact any Social Security numbers from the document [3.1].
  • The State of Vermont authorizes and empowers the Treasurer of the State as a State agency to enter into appropriate agreements with the Secretary of Health and Human Services for the purpose of making available under the provisions of this chapter, to employees of the State and its political subdivisions, the benefits of the Social Security Act [4.1].

If you collect Social Security numbers, you must take reasonable measures to protect them from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. You must also comply with any other applicable state or federal laws and regulations regarding the collection, use, and protection of Social Security numbers.

Please note that this information is based solely on the documents indexed as [2.1], [3.1], and [4.1]. If you have any further questions or concerns, you may want to consult with a legal professional.

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