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Updated June 2026 · SSA Public

Administrative Law Judge

Howard, Emily Y.

MACON Stable

-39.3 pts vs national average

18.4%lifetime approval

vs baselines

This judge18.4%
MACON52.2%
National avg57.8%

Total decisions

282

Fully favorable

39

13.8%

Partially favorable

13

4.6%

Denials

230

81.6%

Total dispositions

343

Dismissals

61

17.8%

Awards

52

3-year trend

Stable

FY2025 decision breakdown

Fully fav.
Denied
Fully fav. 13.8%Partially fav. 4.6%Denied 81.6%

Other ALJs at MACON (7)

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