The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program is administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to provide financial assistance to eligible aged, disabled and blind individuals. States have the option to provide additional assistance through the State Supplement Program (SSP). Massachusetts has opted to provide this additional assistance.
SSP is authorized under M.G.L. c. 6, § 131 and M.G.L. c. 118A and applicable federal law pertaining to the SSI program and agreements with the Commissioner of Social Security.
106 CMR 327.000 is promulgated and implemented in accordance with M.G.L. c. 30A, and applicable General Laws of Massachusetts.
106 CMR, § 327.010