Admin to issue 2026 commemorative Social Security cards

The Trump administration announced a new commemorative Social Security card for babies born in the United States during the second half of 2026, as part of the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations. The limited-edition cards, featuring the “Freedom 250” logo, will be automatically issued to newborns between July 2 and December 31, 2026.

Social Security Administration Commissioner Frank J. Bisignano said the initiative celebrates America’s history and the creation of Social Security over 90 years ago. He stated that under President Donald J. Trump’s leadership, the agency is strengthening Social Security, improving service, and building an SSA to serve Americans today and in the future.

The cards are functionally identical to standard Social Security cards and carry the same legal status. They will be issued at no additional cost to families or taxpayers through the SSA’s existing Enumeration at Birth program, which allows parents to request a Social Security number while completing birth registration paperwork at hospitals, birthing centers, or through licensed midwives. Officials emphasized that parents do not need to submit extra paperwork or pay any fees to receive the...