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Rep. Lofgren Re-Introduces Single Parent Protection Act

Press Release

Date: May 7, 2009
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Unemployed and Low-Income Minors and Children


Rep. Lofgren Re-Introduces Single Parent Protection Act

Bill Would Give Parents Additional Child Support Options

Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D-San Jose) today introduced the Single Parent Protection Act of 2009, 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.

"Unfortunately, there are far too many parents who regularly fail to pay their court ordered child support," noted Rep. Zoe Lofgren. "This bill would give parents who have custody another tool to help them collect unpaid child support. It is estimated that less than 30% of eligible parents receive the full child support payment they are legally entitled to. This bill sends a clear 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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