Rep. Lofgren Introduces Single Parent Protection Act

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Rep. Lofgren Introduces Single Parent Protection Act

Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D-San Jose) today introduced H.R. 3258, the Single Parent Protection Act of 2007, which would allow an individual who is entitled to receive child support, but not receiving it, a tax credit equal to the amount of unpaid child support. The bill would also increase the tax liability of the individual required to pay such support by the amount of the unpaid child support.

"This bill would give custodial parents another tool to help them collect unpaid child support," noted Rep. Zoe Lofgren. "Unfortunately, there are far too many parents who regularly fail to pay their court ordered child support. It is estimated that less than 30% of eligible parents receive the full child support payment they are entitled to. This is unacceptable, and this bill would help give custodial parents the financial support and stability they need to provide for their children. The bill would also send a strong message to those parents who consistently fail to meet the child support payments; they can no longer run from their responsibilities."

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