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May 21, 2025 · Washington state law established guidelines to determine the appropriate amount of child support. These guidelines reflect the cost of raising the child and the parents’ monthly …

Oct 29, 2025 · Learn how the amount you pay is set, how support can be collected, any deadlines for collecting support, and how to try to change how much you pay.

As of January 1, 2026, major child support changes take effect in Washington, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and California. Washington raises its income table cap from $12,000 to $50,000 …

Mar 2, 2025 · Learn how recent changes to Washington State child support laws may impact payment calculations, income reporting, modifications, and enforcement measures.

Child Support News: Replacement food benefits are available for people affected by recent flooding. DSHS emergency cash assistance has ended but other assistance might be …

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If you are not currently receiving services from another state and any one of the following conditions describes you, you can qualify to receive DCS non-assistance services:

The Division of Child Support offers many ways to pay or receive child support. The process for setting each up is simple, but it’s important you understand how it works.

Sep 10, 2025 · Learn the basics of child support, including who pays it, and how a judge decides how much a parent should pay. We go over key parts of the state Child Support Schedule.