The 2025 Senate Joint Resolution 34 honors the 50th anniversary of the child support program, which was established by President Gerald R. Ford Jr. through the Social Services Amendments of 1974. The resolution highlights the significance of child support as a major piece of domestic legislation and its role in improving Federal-State relations. It acknowledges the administration of Wisconsin's child support program by the Department of Children and Families, which operates through 71 county and nine tribal agencies. The program is recognized as one of the most effective anti-poverty initiatives in the nation, having closed the poverty gap by an average of 44 percent and serving 341,000 children while collecting $841 million in economic support in fiscal year 2023.

The resolution also commends the collaborative efforts of county, state, and tribal child support agencies in providing resources that promote family self-sufficiency and connect parents to essential services. It emphasizes the evolution of the program over the past fifty years, which now includes initiatives aimed at fostering strong relationships between parents and children. Additionally, it recognizes the hard work of child support professionals in Wisconsin, who play a crucial role in establishing legal rights, enforcing support orders, and securing health insurance for children. The resolution concludes by designating January 4, 2025, as the official 50th Anniversary of the child support program and commending the dedicated staff members who contribute to the financial security of Wisconsin's children and families.