(a) In this section, "designee" means: (1) a support enforcement agency that is authorized by law to receive alimony payments for the recipient; or (2) a person who is designated by the court as trustee or guardian to receive alimony payments for the recipient. (b) The court may order that alimony payments be made to a designee. (c) A designee shall: (1) send the payments to the recipient; and (2) keep a record of: (i) the amount of each payment; (ii) the date that each payment must be made; and (iii) the name and address of each party. (d) Each party shall inform the designee of: (1) any change of address; or (2) any other fact that might affect the administration of the order. (e) If the party who is required to pay alimony fails to make a payment, the designee or the recipient may bring an enforcement proceeding. (f) The State's Attorney may represent the designee in any enforcement proceeding that is brought under this section.
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