April 3, 1998

Carolyn Colvin Deputy Commissioner for Operations Social Security Administration 6401 Security Boulevard Baltimore, Maryland 21235

Dear Ms. Colvin:

On behalf of the National Association of Disability Examiners, I would like to extend our congratulations on your recent appointment to the position of Deputy Commissioner for Operations. Your appointment comes at an exciting time for the Social Security Administration and the Disability Program.

We appreciate your willingness to listen to our association and to others involved in the disability process in your position as Deputy Commissioner for Programs and Policy and we wish you success in the implementation of your goals in your new position. We would like to offer you our expertise and assistance of you should need it.

Again, congratulations on your appointment.

Sincerely,

Debi Gardiner President