Checking reasonable action has been taken to obtain child support for Family Tax Benefit (FTB) past period claims 277-51070140
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Family Assistance Guide, 3.1.5.60, When maintenance action is not applicable
Family Assistance Guide, 3.1.5.30, Taking reasonable maintenance action
Family Assistance Guide, 3.1.5.50, Reasonable maintenance action completed
Family Assistance Guide, 3.1.5.70, Exemptions from the maintenance action test
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Family Tax Benefit (FTB) Part A is limited to the base rate for a child if the customer or their partner is entitled to apply for child support for the child but does not take reasonable action. See A New Tax System (Family Assistance) Act 1999, Schedule 1, clause 10, Effect of maintenance rights