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The caretaker must cooperate with Child Support Enforcement to establish paternity, if necessary, and to secure child support for the children, receiving assistance, in their care or to update prior child support cases. This includes giving all information known about an absent parent and going to the Child Support Office or court, if necessary, to give information or sign papers related to securing child support. Child support is a source of income and possibly health insurance for children. To emphasize the importance and to speed the process of securing support, the caseworker may complete the Affidavit of Parentage at application. Refer to Section 116, Child Support Services, for instructions on completing the Affidavit of Parentage.
A. Monitoring Child Support Cooperation
Child Support Enforcement workers are responsible for determining cooperation with this requirement. At a minimum, however, the caseworker should discuss this requirement and its importance with the family at application, each review, and any time a child is born or moves into the home.
B. Penalty for Non-Cooperation with Child Support
When the caretaker does not cooperate with Child Support, the entire family will be ineligible for a Work First Family Assistance (WFFA) payment for one month or until compliance, whichever is greater. The children will remain eligible for Medicaid. The caretaker loses Medicaid (unless pregnant) until they cooperate. Refer to Section 120, Sanctions, for further instructions.
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For questions or clarification on any of the policy contained in these manuals, please contact your local county office. |
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