HB541 (2021) Compare Changes


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1 New Paragraph; Parental Rights and Responsibilities; Child Support; Disclosure of Fees. Amend RSA 461-A:14 by inserting after paragraph XVIII the following new paragraph:

XIX.(a) In any proceeding to enforce the payment of child support, both parents shall submit a financial affidavit regarding income from all sources, including those used to pay for all costs assessed by the court or associated with the proceeding, such as, but not limited to, fees for guardians ad litem, visitation centers, and legal representation.

(b) Payment of child support shall have priority over the payment of all other costs assessed by the court or associated with the proceedings.

2 Effective Date. This act shall take effect 60 days after its passage.

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1 New Paragraph; Parental Rights and Responsibilities; Child Support; Disclosure of Fees. Amend RSA 461-A:14 by inserting after paragraph XVIII the following new paragraph:

XIX.(a) In any proceeding to enforce the payment of child support, both parents shall submit a financial affidavit regarding income from all sources, including those used to pay for all costs assessed by the court or associated with the proceeding, such as, but not limited to, fees for guardians ad litem, visitation centers, and legal representation.

(b) Payment of child support shall have priority over the payment of all other costs assessed by the court or associated with the proceedings.

2 Effective Date. This act shall take effect 60 days after its passage.