Title IV-D of the Social Security Act

Title IV-D of the Social Security Act primarily focuses on child support enforcement. It establishes a system to help custodial parents, often single parents, receive financial support from non-custodial parents. The program is run through state agencies that locate absent parents, establish paternity, and secure child support orders. It also facilitates the collection and distribution of payments to ensure children receive the financial assistance they need for their upbringing. This federal initiative aims to reduce the financial burden on families and promote the well-being of children in need of support.