Second. the bill authorizes a study of the effect of the basic pilot on small entities. The bill requires that the GAO will examine the experiences of small entities (small businesses. nonprofits and municipalities) with using Basic Pilot by investigating direct and indirect impacts on basic pilot participants. It will also provide specific data on businesses with fewer than 50 employees as well as on small entities operating in states that have mandated use of the basic pilot program. This legislation ensures that DHS provides timely and appropriate payments to SSA. so that Everify does not interfere with SSAs ability to serve seniors. people with disabilities. and survivors.