Tribal Agencies

Current as of:

Currently 61 tribes operate child support programs, providing services to Native American families consistent with tribal values and cultures. Tribal child support programs locate custodial and noncustodial parents, establish legal fatherhood (paternity), establish child support orders, and enforce orders. View the list of tribal child support programs. The Bureau of Indian Affairs lists federally recognized Indian Tribes eligible for federal funding  (PDF). 

ACF is committed to working with tribal nations and Indigenous communities across the United States to improve the economic and social well-being of children and families. Visit ACF's Tribal and Native American Affairs website to learn more.


Contact Information for State and Tribal Child Support Agencies

Get contact information for your state, local, or tribal child support office.

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Tribal Child Support 101 Flyer

This flyer highlights core tribal child support services that programs can customize and use in outreach to parents. 

See the flyer

2022 Tribal Infographic: Providing Support for Our Families (PDF — 915.37 KB)

This infographic provides a national view of tribal child support collections and the growing number of programs operated by tribes.

Visit our Data website  for state and tribal child support agency data.

View the infographic (PDF — 915.37 KB)

Budget Toolbox

An optional tool for tribal child support programs to use in developing their annual budget.

View the toolbox

Tribal Program Resources

Resources to help manage your tribal child support program.

Tribal Consultation

Previous Consultations

Code of Federal Regulations

Program requirements on applying for and receiving funding.

  • eCFR: Part 309 : Tribal Child Support Enforcement (IV-D) Program
  • eCFR: Part 310 : Computerized Tribal IV-D Systems and Office Automation
  • eCFR: Part 75 : Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for HHS Awards

Associations

Top Tribal Agency Resources

Guidance for the Tribal Child Support Program Start-Up Application Process

March 11, 2024

Issues updated guidance documents for tribes or tribal organizations applying for start-up funding

Read Guidance for the Tribal Child Support Program Start-Up Application Process

Final Rule: Elimination of Tribal Non-Federal Share Requirement

February 12, 2024

Notifies tribes of elimination of non-federal share of program expenditures requirement starting FY 2025

Read Final Rule: Elimination of Tribal Non-Federal Share Requirement

Intergovernmental Reference Guide (IRG)

May 1, 2020

Access policy profiles and contact information of a federal funded child support program for processing intergovernmental cases

Read Intergovernmental Reference Guide (IRG)

Recommendations for Personal Computers for Tribes using MTS

August 24, 2023

Recommends personal computers for tribes using MTS

Read Recommendations for Personal Computers for Tribes using MTS

Tribal Direct Funding Request: 45 CFR 309 Plan

April 5, 2023

Issues continued approval for tribal child support program funding and changes to tribal plan submissions

Read Tribal Direct Funding Request: 45 CFR 309 Plan

Federal Tax Refund Offset, Administrative Offset, and Passport Denial for Tribes

September 26, 2018

Provides guidance on submitting tribal IV-D cases for these enforcement remedies

Read Federal Tax Refund Offset, Administrative Offset, and Passport Denial for Tribes

Tribal Child Support Directors Resource Guide

December 22, 2016

Tribal Child Support Directors Resource Guide

Read Tribal Child Support Directors Resource Guide