Certain passwords are not acceptable in the password system. Here are the rules for choosing a password:

• Use seven numbers only (no letters or special characters like "@, #, $, &, *," etc.)
• Use a number that is meaningful to you so that you will remember it
• Do not use your temporary password request code
• Do not use any part of your Social Security Number
• Do not use a series of numbers like 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
• Do not use a series of the same numbers like seven 2's in a row.

You can create your permanent password online. Or you can do this by telephone:

• Call 1-800-772-1213.
• Listen carefully to the menu choices and follow the instructions.