What happened to you? I had a child at 24 and I was ordered to pay child support; I lost my job and didn’t keep up with my payments. My son’s mother died at 65 and he’s 38; I’m 72 and the is still aggressively and injuriously trying to collect the debt.
What would you like to see happen? I would like to see the state of Michigan decide that if they didn’t collect child support arrears after the child turns 35, to stop.
How do you think others can help? I think others can help by asking and promoting debt forgiveness after the child turns 35.
4 Ways to Advocate for Policy Change
(1)- Petition for Legislative Reform – Push for policies that automatically forgive arrears after the child turns 35.
(2)- Raise Awareness About Debt Forgiveness Programs – Many parents don’t realize they can request arrears payment plans to reduce or eliminate debt.
(3)- Engage with Advocacy Groups – Organizations focused on child support reform can help push for fairer policies.
(4)- Encourage Public Discussion – Sharing firsthand experiences can highlight the long-term impact of aggressive debt collection.
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