In addition to getting a passport, it may also be a good idea to get TSA Precheck. I got it about a year ago just because I was traveling a lot and airport security is a hassle. I am glad I did it. It really helps.
Airport security may become tighter depending on the political situation If you can get TSA precheck it could be especially helpful as we traverse this craziness.
@deetoo @jeanne-mayell - it is back. I wanted to go in again and see if there were any other things I could/should download and online services worked for me.
We just finished at the Martin O'Malley town hall. He's great. He referred us to this CNN article and asked us to share it. Wanted to share it with you.
https://www.cnn.com/2025/03/08/politics/social-security-administration-staff-cuts/index.html
@raincloud I was on the site twice yesterday after Jeanne suggest we download are file. I had no trouble getting to my page and downloading my information. I just sign up to get my SS. I was going to wait until I was 70, but with the way thing are I was afraid waiting would make it harder to apply. It took the normal 30 days for review, and I got my first check last week.
I went on the Social Security website this morning and was able to print out everything. Filed my taxes online on the 3rd and just checked and learned that the refund is expected to be in my bank on the 10th. I’ll be tracking that. Taking your advice, I checked my passport and discovered it’s due to expire next month. I’m working through the online process this weekend. Thanks to everyone for the heads-up!