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The Payback Problem - Why Child Support Does Not Go Where It’s Needed Most

Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the complex issue of child support payments and their impact on low-income families in this panel discussion. Delve into the "payback problem," where a significant portion of child support payments from low-income parents goes to reimburse government assistance rather than directly benefiting children. Examine California's case, where 70% of outstanding child support debt is owed to the government, and learn about the challenges faced by parents earning under $10,000. Understand the consequences of public assistance payback requirements, including growing debt and interest charges. Join moderator Anne Stuhldreher, Director of the San Francisco Financial Justice Project and Aspen Financial Security Program Senior Fellow, as she leads a discussion on potential solutions, including recent California bills and national policy changes. Gain insights into the experiences of families receiving public assistance, the current state of child support systems, and the challenges in implementing reforms at both federal and state levels.

Syllabus

Introduction
Payback Problem
Public Assistance Payback
California Bills
Context
DC Central Kitchen
Job Opportunities Task Force
Public Assistance Payback Requirements
What People Dont Understand
Experience Receiving AFDC Benefits
Current State of Child Support
Passing Through
The Final Rule
The Five Provisions
The State Level
Challenges


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