2168 Voluntary Child Support Referral

All households which include a child whose parent(s) is absent may voluntarily request to be referred to CSS. CSS will help with establishing paternity if not already established and obtaining support. Persons requesting CSS services shall be given the name and phone number of the appropriate contact person in the local CSS office. No automated process is in place for referring voluntary CSS participants.

Failure to cooperate with CSS does not impact medical coverage.

A previous finding of noncooperation by a voluntary household shall not impact future assistance under any program.