The Child Support Enforcement Act

The Child Support Enforcement Act is a law designed to ensure that non-custodial parents provide financial support for their children. It establishes procedures for locating parents, establishing paternity, and enforcing child support orders. The act also allows for the use of various tools, such as wage garnishments and income withholding, to collect support payments. Its goal is to promote the financial well-being of children by ensuring that parents meet their legal responsibilities, while also fostering cooperation between federal, state, and local agencies to improve enforcement efforts.