Russia Proposes State-Backed Child Support to Protect Single Parents
A new bill in Russia proposes setting a minimum child support payment to match the regional subsistence level for children. Sergei Mironov, leader of the A Just Russia party, drafted the legislation to ensure financial stability for single-parent families. The plan also includes a state-backed fund to cover unpaid support in certain cases.
The initiative focuses on children who lack support from one parent. Under the bill, the state will step in to cover any shortfall in child support payments when the non-payment is justified. This ensures the child still receives the minimum required amount.
The state will then take on the task of locating debtors and recovering the unpaid sums. Those who owe child support will be required to repay the state, along with added interest. The proposal does not address international comparisons or reactions from affected groups. Available details focus solely on the Russian system and its planned changes.
If passed, the bill would guarantee a minimum payment tied to regional living costs. The state would temporarily cover gaps in support, then pursue repayment from debtors. This system aims to prevent children from facing financial hardship due to unpaid support.
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