Form 6559 - Transmitter Report and Summary of Magnetic Media
(facsimile)   Check one                __________________________

              __United States          Tax Year 19__ 
              __Other                  Page  __of __ 
_________________________________________________________________

1.  Name and Address of           2.  Employer Identification 
    Transmitter                       Number
                                   
_______________________________ 
                      
                                3.  Number of Reporting Medium in
                                    this file 
                                  ________Magnetic Tape(s)
                                  ________Diskette(s)
                                  ________Cartridge(s) 
_________________________________________________________________

4.  Name and Address of Person     5.  Telephone number
    to Contact about this
    Magnetic Media File            6.  Your inventory number
______________________________        _______________________________

                                   7.  Type of Data Being
                                       Reported
                                      ________W-2 Original 
                                      ________W-2 Reconciliation

                                      ________W-2 Resubmittal 
                                      ________W-2c for W-2 
_________________________________________________________________ 

Affidavit - Under penalty of perjury, I declare that I have 
examined this return, including accompanying documents, and to
the best of my knowledge and belief it is true, correct and complete.

_________________________________________________________________

8.  Signature           9.  Title                    10. Date 

______________________________________________________________

11.        Employer Summary of Form W-2 Magnetic Media
                   Wages and Tip Information
________________________________________________________________

Name of employer                       Check if MQGE___
 
________________________________________________________________

 
Employer identification number         Other EIN 
 
_________________________________________________________________

 
             Total Amount of Form W-2 Fields 
_________________________________________________________________

Number of Forms W-2
_________________________________________________________________

Social security wages 
____________________________________________$____________________

Social security tips 
____________________________________________$____________________

Wages, tips, other compensation 
____________________________________________$____________________

Federal income tax withheld 
____________________________________________$____________________

Social security tax withheld
____________________________________________$____________________

Medicare wages and tips
____________________________________________$____________________

Medicare tax withheld
____________________________________________$____________________

Income tax withheld by 3rd party
____________________________________________$____________________

Name of employer                       Check if MQGE___

________________________________________________________________

Employer identification number         Other EIN

_________________________________________________________________
             Total Amount of Form W-2 Fields
_________________________________________________________________

Number of Forms W-2
_________________________________________________________________

Social security wages
____________________________________________$____________________

Social security tips
____________________________________________$____________________

Wages, tips, other compensation 
____________________________________________$____________________

Federal income tax withheld 
____________________________________________$____________________

Social security tax withheld
____________________________________________$____________________

Medicare wages and tips 
____________________________________________$____________________

Medicare tax withheld
____________________________________________$____________________

Income tax withheld by 3rd party
____________________________________________$____________________



---- END OF Transmittal Form 6559 ------ KEY NOTES FOLLOW ------


    MAGNETIC MEDIA INFORMATION EXTRACTED FROM SOCIAL SECURITY
          ADMINISTRATION FILE 99TIB4.ASC DATED 14-JUL-99
    =========================================================

   Below are the correct mailing addresses for magnetic media:

     (PLEASE USE THESE ADDRESSES, INSTEAD OF THE ADDRESSES SHOWN
     ON THE FORM 6559.)

send the diskettes with the properly completed forms 6559/6559-A to:

TAPE/CARTRIDGE VIA U.S. POST OFFICE

SOCIAL  SECURITY ADMINISTRATION
AWR MAGNETIC MEDIA PROCESSING
5-F-17, NB, METRO WEST
PO BOX 33009
BALTIMORE  MD  21290-3009

DISKETTE VIA U.S. POST OFFICE

SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION
AWR MAGNETIC MEDIA PROCESSING
5-F-17, NB, METRO WEST
PO BOX 33014
BALTIMORE  MD  21290-3014

TAPE/CARTRIDGE/DISKETTE VIA OTHER CARRIER

SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION
AWR MAGNETIC MEDIA PROCESSING
5-F-17, NB, METRO WEST
300 N GREENE STREET
BALTIMORE  MD  21290-0300

NOTE:  Use the following as the contact telephone number for the
       carrier: (410) 966-9125.

DO NOT SEND PAPER FORMS W-2, W-3, W-2c, or W-3c WITH A MAGNETIC
MEDIA W-2 FILE.


                           FUTURE PLANNED CHANGE

o    Starting with Tax Year 2000 reporting (2001 calendar year
     filing), SSA will no longer accept 5 1/4 " diskettes.
     Instead, the file should be sent on a 3 1/2" diskette, 1/2
     inch magnetic tape, 3480/3480E cartridge, 3490/3490E
     cartridge or electronically through the OWRS.

     SSA will accept 5 1/4" diskettes for Tax Year 1999 reporting
     (2000 calendar year filing).

o    SSA has developed new Magnetic Media Reporting and
     Electronic Filing specifications (MMREF-1) for submitters
     who file wage reports to SSA using magnetic tape, cartridge,
     diskette or electronic filing.   The MMREF-1 will replace
     existing Technical Information Bulletins (TIB) 4, 5, 6 and
     7.   The MMREF-1 consists of a single record format to be
     used to report either domestic or territorial reports using
     magnetic media or electronic filing.

For Tax Year (TY) 1998 reporting, SSA conducted a Pilot with
submitters using the MMREF-1 specifications.

Starting with TY 1999 reporting, and through TY 2001,submitters
will transition to the MMREF-1 format.  It will be necessary to
sign-up to use the MMREF-1 specifications for TY 2000 reporting.
Once you sign-up to participate in the MMREF-1 reporting for TY
2000 you will receive a MMREF-1 participant booklet in April
2000.

FOR TY 2001 REPORTING (CALENDAR YEAR 2002) ALL MAGNETIC
MEDIA/ELECTRONIC SUBMITTERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO USE THE MMREF-1
FORMAT.

***************************************************************
*  NOTE THIS VERSION OF PAYROLL USA DOES NOT HANDLE MMREF-1   *
*  SO IT WILL BE OBSOLETE FOR MAGNETIC MEDIA REPORTING FOR    *
*  TY 2001 REPORTING (CALENDAR YEAR 2002) AND LATER. BY THEN  *
*  WE SHOULD HAVE A 32 BIT WINDOWS VERSION WITH MMREF-1       *
***************************************************************

SSA has no application or authorization procedure and does not
assign transmitter control codes for W-2 magnetic media filing.

Transmittal Forms

The proper paper transmittal forms must accompany a magnetic
media file.  The transmittal forms needed for magnetic media
filing of W-2 Copy A information are provided in Appendix I.

These forms may be photocopied or computer-generated, provided
the affidavit and signature are included on the form 6559.
Complete the forms and submit them with a magnetic media file
according to the instructions in Appendix I and on form 6559.
Blocks 1 and 2 must agree with the information in the Code A and
B records.  Block 11 must agree with the information from the
Code E and T records.  Print or type all information on the forms
except the signature.

1.   Form 6559, Transmitter Report and Summary of Magnetic Media:
     Use form 6559 to identify the transmitter of a magnetic
     media file.  Be sure to provide the transmitter's EIN and
     the name and telephone number of a contact person.  Also use
     form 6559 to summarize the W-2 information for the first two
     employers on the file.  THIS FORM MUST ACCOMPANY EVERY
     MAGNETIC MEDIA FILE THAT IS SENT TO SSA.  Form 6559 contains
     an affidavit about the accuracy of the data on the magnetic
     media file.  The transmitter of the file must sign and date
     the affidavit.  If the transmitter is an authorized agent
     (e.g., a service bureau), the agent may sign form 6559 on
     behalf of all employers on the magnetic media file if the
     following three conditions are met:

     (a) The agent has the authority to sign the affidavit on
         form 6559 under an administrative agreement (oral,
         written or implied) that is valid under State law; AND
     (b) The agent has the responsibility, conferred by the
         employer (oral, written or implied), to request the
         taxpayer identifying number of employees who are
         reported on the magnetic media file; AND
     (c) The agent signs the affidavit and adds the caption:
         "REPORTING AGENT."

2.   Form 6559-A, Continuation Sheet for Form 6559, Transmitter
     Report and Summary of Magnetic Media:
     If a magnetic media file contains only 1 or 2 employers,
     this form is not needed because there are two summary blocks
     on the form 6559.  If a file contains more than two
     employers, use form 6559-A to summarize the remaining
     employers.  List the employers in the same order as they are
     reported on the file.  Be sure to include the transmitter's
     EIN in the space provided.  A facsimile form 6559-A is
     acceptable.


Packaging Magnetic Tapes and Diskettes for Mailing

Send the magnetic tape or diskette file, with an external label
on each tape reel or diskette and with the appropriate
transmittal forms, together in a box with proper packing to
prevent damage in transit.  It is not necessary to use an
oversized box for a tape or diskette.  Specially-sized boxes for
magnetic tapes and special mailers for diskettes are available
commercially.  Be sure to insert each diskette in its own
protective sleeve before packaging.  Do NOT use paper clips,
rubber bands or staples on diskettes.  Use disposable tape or
diskette containers.  SSA is unable to return special
containers.  If your file is sent via the U.S. Post Office, we
suggest you request a Return Receipt.


PLEASE LABEL YOUR REPORT WITH A LABEL LIKE THE ONE BELOW

Your report must be labeled.  The label should look like the one
below.  It must contain all the information shown (Tape filers:
Do NOT complete OS and VOL field).  Label fill-ins must agree
with the magnetic media (tape or diskette) Code A and B records.


INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETION OF LABEL


W-2 TAX YEAR
    Enter the TAX YEAR being reported.  If other then the current
    year, please use red ink.

EIN
    Enter the Transmitter's Federal EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION
    NUMBER.

NAME
    Enter the Transmitter's NAME.

CITY
    Enter the Transmitter's CITY.

ST
    Enter the Transmitter's STATE.

INV#
    The inventory number is any type of identification assigned
    by the transmitter of a tape or diskette for the
    transmitter's own inventory control purposes (such as a
    volume serial number).  If this block is not applicable,
    leave blank.

OS
    Enter MSDOS for 5" and 3" diskettes.

VOL___OF___
    Enter the VOLUME NUMBER if more than one diskette is
    submitted.  Example: Volume 1 of 3, 2 of 3, 3 of 3.


               SSA AWR   W-2 TAX YEAR:  _______________
               EIN:  __________________________________
               NAME: __________________________________
               CITY: ______________ST: ________________
               INV#______________OS______
               VOL. _____ OF _____


ELECTRONIC FILE VIA OWRS

An Online Wage Reporting Service (OWRS) is available for
submitters to upload their files electronically.

In addition, submitters can use the OWRS to download various
wage-related forms and publications, and contact an Employer
Services Liaison Officer.

Employers can use the OWRS via a personal computer and modem.
There is no cost associated with calling the OWRS other than
normal telephone line charges.  Using a modem, dial 410-966-8450.
Once connected, users may be required to download free software
to utilize full system capabilities.

MODEM SETTINGS

Speed:         9600-56000 Baud (bps), dependent on type of modem
               used
Parity         None
Data bits      8
Stop bits      1
Duplex         Full

The time required to transmit your file(s) will vary depending on
the modem speed, the size of the file and the type of data
compression used.  We urge you to compress your data; it can
reduce your transmission time.

REGISTRATION

Registration is required before employers can upload wage reports
or retrieve submission status.  Registration can be completed via
the OWRS or by contacting a technician at the Employer Reporting
Branch at 1-800-772-6270.

PIN REGISTRATION

Beginning with Tax Year (TY) 1999 reporting, each submitter using
the OWRS who files wage data to SSA will be required to obtain a
Personal Identification Number (PIN).

You may begin registering for a PIN for wage reporting for TY
1999 beginning December 1, 1999.  A PIN will expire one year
after issuance, BUT THE ASSIGNED PIN MAY BE USED FOR THE ENTIRE
CALENDAR YEAR.

You will need to register for a new PIN Annually.

Submitters can use one of two options to obtain a PIN, either by
dialing through a modem connection to the OWRS at 1-410-966-8450
or making a toll-free telephone call to the Employer Reporting
Branch at the Office of Central Operations at 1-800-772-6270.
The PIN will be issued immediately for authenticated requests.

In order to register for a PIN, you must have the following
information available:
  Company Employer Identification Number (EIN)  (If you are a
  third-party submitter, you need the EIN of your own company,
  not the EIN of the company for which the wage report is being
  submitted.)

     Your Social Security Number (SSN)

     Your name (first name, middle initial or name and last name)
     as shown on your Social Security Card.

     Information about how to contact you if we have a problem
     processing your wage reports such as your telephone number
     and E-mail  address.

To issue a PIN we will match your name and SSN against our
records.  We will then check to see that you work for the company
submitting the wage reports.  If we are unable to issue a PIN
immediately based on the information provided, you need to
contact our Employer Reporting Branch at 1-800-772-6270 for
assistance.

Employers must have the following information readily available
for registration: EIN, SSN, Company Information (Name, Address
and Phone) and Contact Information (Name, Phone, E-mail).

AVAILABILITY

The OWRS is available to the public 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week.

IMPORTANT DATES

December 1, 1999:
Registration for Tax Year 1999 opens

January 3, 2000:
Electronic filing of Forms W-2 for Tax Year 1999 opens

March 31, 2000:
Electronic filing of Forms W-2 for Tax Year 1999 ends

Filing of wage reports after the end of the filing season is not
permitted on the OWRS.

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

OWR System Operator:
1-888-772-2970
A system operator is available Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.
to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time to answer OWRS specific
questions.

Employer Reporting Branch:
1- 800- 772-6270
A technician is available Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7
p.m. Eastern Standard Time to assist with electronic wage
reporting registration  and provide general guidance on
electronic wage reporting.


Use of Paper Forms

Employers whose wage and tax data will be submitted on magnetic
media or electronically must not send the same data to SSA on
paper W-2 Copy A forms.

Filers can submit up to 250 paper W-2s without penalty, even if
they are required to file via magnetic media or electronically,
in situations such as sick pay, executive salaries, etc.  If
paper W-2s (up to 250) are used in these situations, do not
submit the same W-2 data via magnetic media or electronically.

Agents reporting wage and tax data on magnetic media or
electronically for one or more employers should advise those
employers not to submit duplicate paper W-2 Copy A reports
to SSA.

If paper W-2 filing is necessary for information which cannot be
filed using magnetic media/electronically, file Copy A of paper
forms W-2 with a transmittal form W-3 and mail them to the
address on the form W-3.

A penalty may apply if you file paper W-2 Copy A forms when your
reports should be filed via magnetic media/electronically.

Requests for paper forms should be made to IRS at 1-800-829-3676.
They may also be purchased from many business supply firms.


APPENDIX A: SSA TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR MAGNETIC MEDIA W-2'S

Social Security personnel at these telephone numbers can help
callers with questions about how to submit W-2's on magnetic
media.  These are not toll-free telephone numbers.

Refer to Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Publication 393, "Federal
Employment Tax Forms" for instructions on filing paper
W-2's/W-3's.  Employers, payroll services, or an "agent" filing
W-2's for employers may telephone the IRS Martinsburg Computing
Center at (304) 263-8700 with employment tax questions.

Calls from:             Telephone:

* Alabama . . . . . . . (334) 223-7013 (Montgomery)
Alaska. . . . . . . . . (206) 615-2125 (Seattle)
American Samoa. . . . . (510) 970-8247 (Richmond)
Arizona . . . . . . . . (510) 970-8247 (Richmond)
+ Arkansas. . . . . . . (501) 324-5466 (Little Rock)
California. . . . . . . (510) 970-8247 (Richmond)
Colorado. . . . . . . . (800) 314-1964 (Denver)
Connecticut . . . . . . (617) 565-2895 (Boston)
Delaware. . . . . . . . (215) 597-4632 (Philadelphia)
Dist. Columbia. . . . . (215) 597-4632 (Philadelphia)
* Florida-North . . . . (850) 942-8975 (Tallahassee)
* Florida-South . . . . (305) 672-4517 (Miami Beach)
* Georgia-North . . . . (706) 282-7327 x201 (Toccoa)
* Georgia-South . . . . (912) 353-7592 x207 (Savannah)
Guam. . . . . . . . . . (510) 970-8247 (Richmond)
Hawaii. . . . . . . . . (510) 970-8247 (Richmond)
Idaho . . . . . . . . . (206) 615-2125 (Seattle)
Illinois. . . . . . . . (312) 575-4244 (Chicago)
Indiana . . . . . . . . (312) 575-4244 (Chicago)
Iowa. . . . . . . . . . (816) 936-5649 (Kansas City)
Kansas. . . . . . . . . (816) 936-5649 (Kansas City)
* Kentucky. . . . . . . (502) 875-8315 (Frankfort)
+ Louisiana . . . . . . (504) 389-0426 (Baton Rouge)
Maine . . . . . . . . . (617) 565-2895 (Boston)
Maryland. . . . . . . . (215) 597-4632 (Philadelphia)
Massachusetts . . . . . (617) 565-2895 (Boston)
Michigan. . . . . . . . (312) 575-4244 (Chicago)
Minnesota . . . . . . . (312) 575-4244 (Chicago)
* Mississippi . . . . . (601) 693-4859 (Meridian)
Missouri. . . . . . . . (816) 936-5649 (Kansas City)
* Montana . . . . . . . (800) 314-1964 (Denver)
Nebraska. . . . . . . . (816) 936-5649 (Kansas City)
Nevada. . . . . . . . . (510) 970-8247 (Richmond)
New Hampshire . . . . . (617) 565-2895 (Boston)
New Jersey. . . . . . . (212) 264-5643 (New York)
+ New Mexico. . . . . . (505) 346-2848 (Albuquerque)
New York. . . . . . . . (212) 264-5643 (New York)
* North Carolina. . . . (919) 790-2877 x3007 (Raleigh)
+ North Dakota. . . . . (800) 314-1964 (Denver)
Ohio. . . . . . . . . . (312) 575-4244 (Chicago)
+ Oklahoma. . . . . . . (405) 273-2325 x1200(Shawnee)
Oregon. . . . . . . . . (206) 615-2125 (Seattle)
Pennsylvania. . . . . . (215) 597-4632 (Philadelphia)
Puerto Rico . . . . . . (787) 766-5574 (San Juan)
Rhode Island. . . . . . (617) 565-2895 (Boston)
* South Carolina. . . . (864) 582-1091 x260 (Spartanburg)
+ South Dakota. . . . . (800) 314-1964 (Denver)
* Tennessee . . . . . . (615) 907-9501 (Murfreesboro)
+ Texas-Central/South . (210) 472-4690 x3107(San Antonio)
+ Texas-Dallas County . (214) 346-2355 x3051(Dallas)
+ Texas-North . . . . . (817) 978-3123 (Fort Worth)
+ Texas-Southeast . . . (713) 718-3015 (Houston)
+ Texas-West. . . . . . (505) 346-2848 (Albuquerque)
+ Utah. . . . . . . . . (800) 314-1964 (Denver)
Vermont . . . . . . . . (617) 565-2895 (Boston)
Virgin Islands. . . . . (809) 766-5574 (San Juan)
Virginia. . . . . . . . (215) 597-4632 (Philadelphia)
Washington. . . . . . . (206) 615-2125 (Seattle)
West Virginia . . . . . (215) 597-4632 (Philadelphia)
Wisconsin . . . . . . . (312) 575-4244 (Chicago)
+ Wyoming . . . . . . . (800) 314-1964 (Denver)

*  Alternate Contact  (404) 562-1315 (Atlanta)
+  Alternate Contact  (303) 844-2364 (Denver)

For questions regarding State filing, contact the State Revenue
Agency.

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