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Government probes misuse of Social Security data
UPI reports the Nixon era move to curb broad use of Social Security numbers by private firms. Heeding concerns about civil liberties, Health, Education and Welfare Secretary Elliot Richardson ordered SSA policy review, with Sen. Sam Ervin announcing hearings on Feb 24. The piece notes widespread SSN use by credit agencies, retailers, police and governments, and the risk of privacy violations as data move between firms.
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