20 CFR § 416.983 - How we evaluate statutory blindness.
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title: "20 CFR § 416.983 - How we evaluate statutory blindness."
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title_name: "Employees' Benefits"
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section_name: "How we evaluate statutory blindness."
chapter_name: "SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION"
part_number: "416"
part_name: "SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME FOR THE AGED, BLIND, AND DISABLED"
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# 416.983 How we evaluate statutory blindness.
We will find that you are blind if you are *statutorily blind* within the meaning of § 416.981. For us to find that you are statutorily blind, it is not necessary—
(a) That your blindness meet the duration requirement; or
(b) That you be unable to do any substantial gainful activity.