State agencies must check their rate of expenditure monthly. If it appears that expenditures
may exceed the cumulative obligational authorization for the dates covered by the
funding, agencies must consult with the SSA regional office staff.
SSA is subject to the Anti-deficiency Act, which prohibits an agency from incurring
obligations or making expenditures in excess of available appropriations (31 U.S.C.
§ 1341).