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State near the bottom: Louisiana collected $2.2 billion in child support over four years but still ranks near the bottom nationally, securing just 56% of payments in 2024. High poverty, low incomes and outdated minimums hinder collections. Auditors want to require insurers to share claims data and improve Medicaid referrals to boost recovery efforts. Read more from Louisiana Illuminator.
Earmarked for children: Michael and Susan Dell will deposit $250 into investment accounts for 25 million children—part of a $6.25 billion gift expanding eligibility for federal “Trump accounts.” Their donation covers kids up to age 10 in ZIP codes with median incomes below $150,000, though federal registration and implementation details remain unclear. Read more from The New York Times.
Scrutiny of foreign gifts: Beginning Jan. 2, U.S. universities will face streamlined foreign-funding reporting through a new Department of Education portal. The system supports bulk uploads and public-facing visuals, strengthening President Trump’s oversight push. Under federal law, institutions must disclose foreign gifts over $250,000 twice a year; the portal aims to simplify compliance. Read more from The Center Square.
