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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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