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Administrative Expenses

The money an organization needs to cover its day-to-day operating costs, such as salaries, office supplies, and technology, rather than directly paying out benefits or services.

Permanent Appropriation

Funding approved by Congress that continues to be available year after year without needing new approval in each annual budget cycle.

Political Appointee

An individual selected by a President or other elected official to fill a government position, often based on political loyalty or policy alignment, rather than through standard competitive hiring processes.

Special Government Employee

A temporary government employee, often brought in for a short period to provide specific expertise or perform limited duties.

Beneficiary Data System

Computer systems maintained by the Social Security Administration that hold private and sensitive information about individuals who receive or apply for benefits, including their Social Security numbers, health, and financial details.

Competitive Service

The standard process for hiring most federal government employees, which involves competitive examinations or application evaluations to ensure candidates are selected based on merit.