1. Introducing PASS
2. How a PASS Works
3. PASS Candidates
4. Starting a Business
5. A Viable Plan
6. Responsibilities
Once the PASS is approved, the PASS participant will receive a notice that includes a list of the items that are approved to be purchased. The PASS specialist will make regularly scheduled progress checks to determine if the PASS steps, deposits and purchases are being conformed with as outlined in the PASS. These progress reports will result in periodic notices. SSA may also request additional information or documentation to make the progress determinations.
The individual must tell Social Security about any changes to the plan. For example, they must report, if they are unable to follow their plan, decide not to pursue the work goal or any changes in the individual’s income supporting the PASS plan.
A PASS participant must keep receipts and/or provide proof of payment for PASS items to demonstrate to SSA that they are following the PASS as approved. If the individual does not follow the plan and spends funds that are not authorized or approved, they may have to pay back some or all of the SSI they received.