Final Comments

Purpose of PASS
Effect of PASS on Benefits
PASS Approval Requirements
PASS Expenditures
PASS Candidates
Developing a PASS
Starting a Business Under PASS
Calculating a PASS
Two Factors Affecting PASS and SSI Check
Effect of In-kind Support
Deciding Between PASS and IRWE
PASS and Social Security
Responsibilities
Final Comments on PASS

Following are some additional highlights to the PASS Program outlined in Carolyn Colvin's statement on December 1, 1997:

• Anyone whose PASS was terminated or denied after March 1996 will be contacted, informed of the 12/1/97 changes to the Program and invited to submit a new PASS.
• Pass reviews will continue to include current stewardship requirements, but will be more proactive and supportive. The PASS Specialists will augment these reviews with periodic telephone calls. These calls will help the PASS Specialist and the individual identify and remedy actual or potential problems before they affect the integrity of the PASS, and should improve chances for successful completion.
• SSA will place emphasis on flexibility in amending a PASS retroactively when changes have occurred that do not compromise the integrity of the plan.