Issuance Toolkit

Welcome to the Issuance Toolkit. The documents on this page will help you get started with the writing of new issuances or the updating of current issuances.

The SSA issuance standards, templates and guides below were developed to make outward issuances more consistent and complete.

Questions regarding the writing of issuances or the content of the below documents can be directed to: Issuance.Library@ssa.gov


Document Title Description Last Updated
Issuance Journey Defines the term issuance and describes the process for creating different types of issuances. 03/15/2019
Issuance Standards (Coming Soon) Provides standards for writing SSA issuances using the SSA Issuances template.
Directive/Policy Template Provides in-line instructions for writing directives and policies. 09/05/2018
Writing Style Guide (Coming Soon) Outlines principles and rules when writing issuances.