The decision reflects a broader governmental effort to enhance efficiency and security in financial transactions, addressing longstanding issues associated with paper-based systems. From September ...

The federal government is phasing out paper checks in favor of electronic payments. What does it mean for Social Security ...

In an effort to "go green" and reduce expenses, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will suspend issuing paper statements outlining your Social Security earnings record and estimated benefits.

If you're already receiving a paper check, Social Security offers a variety of ways to switch to direct deposit. One option is to call the Social Security Administration at 800-772-1213.

However, although newer Social Security recipients never had the option to receive paper checks, there are still a significant number of Americans who've been on Social Security long enough still ...

They can visit their local Social Security field office ... infrastructure and specialized technology for digitizing paper records cost the American taxpayer over $657 million in Fiscal Year ...

An executive order from President Trump will require government agencies to make electronic payments for tax refunds, Social Security and other benefits as of Sept. 30. By Ann Carrns Paper checks ...