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Definitions for: social security tax
social security tax

levy on employers and employees on a stated percentage of salary charged by the federal government to fund the social security program and other benefits that permit payments to eligible retired persons or their survivors. The social security tax is withheld from the employee's pay, and with the employer's payroll tax share, is remitted to the government periodically.

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National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives
Represents attorneys and legal service corporations. Aims to aid members in cases concerning social security disability claims. Collects and disseminates information on social security claim cases; prepares case studies. Operates ...

Members: 2,500
Founded: 1979