What should I do if an employee has an existing federal wage garnishment to pay a non-tax debt and I receive an order to withhold child support? (a) The purpose of this subchapter is to protect consumers who contract for services with debt management services providers.This article explains the basics of the garnishment process as a method for collecting debt after a judgment has been entered. The law says that Treasury may withhold money to satisfy an overdue (delinquent) debt. Anything that is used for collateral on a secured debt can be repossessed. Instructs employers and federal agencies on how to process income withholding orders including examples of calculations. Tax debts are secured if the taxing authority follows the proper procedure to obtain a tax lien. In Texas, wage garnishments are only allowed for child support, alimony, taxes, and student loans. If you got a letter in the mail that says you got more money than you should have, please pay us back within 30 days.