Number: 94-486 Title: Supplemental Security Income (SSI): A Fact Sheet Authors: Scott Szymendera, Domestic Social Policy Division Abstract: The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program, Title XVI of the Social Security Act, was enacted in 1972 and implemented in 1974 to assure a minimum cash income to all aged, blind, or disabled persons. SSI is provided to eligible aged or disabled individuals or couples who have limited income and resources. Pages: 2 Date: January 8, 2008