Federal Office of Child Support Enforcement (FOCSE)

The Federal Office of Child Support Enforcement (FOCSE) is a division within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that oversees and supports state programs responsible for helping families ensure financial support from non-custodial parents. FOCSE develops policies, provides technical assistance, and promotes best practices to improve child support collection, enforcement, and cooperation across states. Its goal is to ensure children receive the financial stability they need by facilitating effective child support services nationwide.