PATERNITY OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM

The Paternity Opportunity Program Agreement is a contract between the County of Orange and Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center for the coordination of their respective efforts and delineation of responsibilities relating to the Parentage Opportunity Program (POP) under Title IV-D of the Social Security Act. The program's purpose is to establish responsibilities and guidelines for the parties, including identification and location of non-custodial parents, determination of their ability to support minor children, establishment of support obligations, and enforcement of support obligations. Key aspects of the contract include the provision of information and training to hospital staff, participation in public awareness activities, and the reimbursement of hospital costs for properly completed declaration of parentage forms. The contract also outlines the responsibilities of both parties, including the hospital's duties to provide POP materials to unmarried mothers and assist them in completing forms. • The contract has a term of five years, expiring on November 30, 2029. • The hospital is responsible for maintaining an accounting system and submitting invoices for reimbursable costs. • The contract is subject to and contingent upon applicable budgetary appropriations being made by the County of Orange Board of Supervisors. • The hospital is required to comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local statutes, regulations, ordinances, permits, licenses, and any other legal requirements applicable to its operations or facilities. • The contract includes provisions for termination, indemnification, and confidentiality.