federal
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These are most commonly claims for child support or alimony, federal and state tax obligations, government-related debts, and, in some jurisdictions, debts owed to victims of fraud.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026
In one document, a federal budget reflects the nation’s priorities.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
He’s a law professor at the University of Missouri, a former federal prosecutor, and a pardon expert.
From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026
Pending federal and other approvals, Arizona, Nevada and other Colorado River users could strike water-transfer deals with the San Diego utility.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
They would have made a federal case out of it, getting upset, calling the cops .
From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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