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The economic picture has darkened over the past year. Social services funds have been cut, and more cuts look likely. As stock markets falter and state revenues fall short of projections, some economists say we are in the second stage of a double-dip recession. In a weakening economy, families with single parents and young children are among the most vulnerable. Many Missouri families have reached their five-year time limit on cash welfare benefits--Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and their children have lost financial support. Some $2 billion in back-due child support is owed to Missouri children-- more than half of it to children who receive TANF. This Poverty At Issue explores the complexities of child support, child support enforcement, and the relationship between child support enforcement and TANF. This issue also identifies resources and shares ideas for parents who are pursing enforcement of a child support order in Missouri. Special thanks to "Tess" and "Lana" for sharing their personal stories. I hope you find the information helpful. Brenda Procter Back to Poverty at Issue-Winter 02-03 Table of Contents
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