EXCLUSIVE: Millions of babies born during America's 250th anniversary celebration will receive a first-of-its-kind commemorative Social Security card under a new Social Security Administration (SSA) initiative obtained exclusively by FOX Business.The limited-edition cards, available only to children born in the United States between July 2 and Dec.31, 2026, will feature the official Freedom 250 logo while functioning exactly like a standard Social Security card, according to an announcement from the Social Security Administration shared with FOX Business.Unlike commemorative coins, stamps or anniversary merchandise, these cards will become one of the very first official federal documents millions of American children ever receive.Only babies born during the six-month window will receive the Freedom 250 design, making it a once-in-a-generation keepsake tied to the nation's 250th birthday.FIRST ON FOX: BEHIND THE SCENES OF ARLINGTON’S MEMORIAL DAY TRIBUTE FOR AMERICA’S 250TH BIRTHDAYThe commemorative Social Security Cards will be available to all American newborns for a short period of time to celebrate the nation's 250th birthday.
(Getty Images, File)"Freedom 250 is a celebration of America's storied history and the monumental moments that have shaped our nation, including the creation of Social Security over 90 years ago," SSA Commissioner Frank J.Bisignano said."The next generation of Americans born during this historic year will receive limited-edition Social Security cards bearing the Freedom 250 logo.
Under the leadership of President Donald J.Trump, we are strengthening Social Security, improving service, and building an SSA to serve Americans today and in the future."The commemorative designation is reserved exclusively for original cards issued through the agency's Enumeration at Birth (EAB) program during the qualifying period.
Babies born before July 2 or after Dec.31, 2026, along with anyone requesting a replacement Social Security card, will recei...