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Social Security numbers bind holders to many records
Washington AP reports that Social Security numbers tie Americans to tax records, bank accounts, licenses, and more, with agencies using the nine digit identifier for non tax purposes. Privacy advocates seek congressional approval for federal uses and bans in private sector. Virginia and West Virginia assign numbers for voter registration and hunting licenses. Proponents cite accuracy. critics warn of privacy risks. More than 254 million issued since 1936, with over 192 million alive.
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