A program to assist (both public assistance and non-public assistance) families with child support recovery. Provisions for absent parent location and uniform support across state lines.
C.S.A.R.U.: Child Support Audio Response System, in the Des Moines area. Twenty-four hour number which provides information on rebate payments, support payments, local telephone numbers for balance due information, pay-by-phone options and services available through the Child Support Recovery Unit.
HOTLINE established by the State Attorney General's office regarding the collection of past due child support. A public awareness campaign that includes "wanted" posters of parents who are delinquent in payment is hoped will help authorities locate some of the delinquent parents.
SEND PAYMENTS: Collection Services Center, PO Box 9125, Des Moines, IA 50306.
FOR EMPLOYERS: 1-877-274-2580 or www.iowachildsupport.gov.
Agency: Child Support Recovery Unit - Iowa DHS
Languages Available: English, Spanish, English, Spanish
Fees: Vary, call for details
Intake: Call for details
Eligibility: Open to anyone
Documents Required: Call for details
Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm
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