Child support is the obligation of both parents in Michigan, and is an important economic resource for spouses supporting children in divorced and separated families. And nonpayment is often a consequential factor when single parents apply for public assistance. Access to child support is clearly an element in reducing welfare. In his declaration, Engler stated that Michigan is known across the country for its child support program, but less than half the children in Michigan with an absent parent have a court order for support.
Fatherhood Is Forever .
The campaign, directed by the FIA Office of Child Support, works with members of the Detroit Lions professional football team to increase awareness of fatherhood and paternity issues in Michigan. Engler is scheduled to participate in this program later this month at a news conference in Pontiac. Engler will share the program with Lions defensive tackle Luther Elliss, defensive end Robert Porcher, and their children . Child Support Acknowledgment Day will be celebrated during the Lions' Oct. 19 home game versus the New York Giants.