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Department of Human Services, Division of Child Support Services Proposed Rule Changes

Presenter Stephen Harris discusses proposed rule changes for child support services, including establishment of support obligations and fees and collection procedures.

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Department of Human Services, Division of Child Support Services Proposed Rule Changes

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  1. Department of Human Services, Division of Child Support Services Proposed Rule Changes Presenter: Stephen Harris, Associate General Counsel Presentation to: Board of Human Services Georgia Department of Human Services

  2. Vision, Mission and Core Values Vision Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. Mission Strengthen Georgia by providing Individuals and Families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults. Core Values Provide access to resources that offer support and empower Georgians and their families. Deliver services professionally and treat all clients with dignity and respect. Manage business operations effectively and efficiently by aligning resources across the agency. Promote accountability, transparency and quality in all services we deliver and programs we administer. Develop our employees at all levels of the agency. 2

  3. Roadmap • Proposed Rule 290-7-1-.04 • Proposed Rule 290-7-1-.05 3

  4. Additional Rule Amendments Rule 290-7-1-.04 Establishment of Support Obligation • Paternity Testing Procedure • Sworn statement with application • Order for paternity testing • Handling of Genetic Testing Materials • Destruction to take place within 1 – 2 years • Prohibition of use for any other purposes • Enforced contractually 5

  5. Proposed Rule 5 Rule 290-7-1-.05 Fees and Collection Procedures • Cost of Paternity Testing in Accordance With O.C.G.A. § 19-7-43 • Waiver of Review and Modification Fee • Set by policy based on the current minimum wage • Clarification of court costs & service fees 4

  6. Request to Board Adoption of Proposed Rules • Rule 290-7-1-.04 • Rule 290-7-1-.05 7

  7. Questions 8

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