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DE HB131
Bill
Status
7/29/2016
Primary Sponsor
Timothy Dukes
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AI Summary
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Removes outdated provisions regarding income withholding for child support, as federal law now mandates withholding whenever a support order exists
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Allows obligees or the Division of Child Support Enforcement to trigger automatic income attachment when ordered arrears payments are less than 20% of current support
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Changes the default period before notice can be sent from 7 working days to one calendar month of missed payments
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Increases the minimum attachment amount for arrears from 10% to 20% of current support, or from $5 to $20 per month, whichever is greater
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Streamlines administrative procedures by removing redundant authorization for the Division to file verified notices on behalf of obligees
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 13 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Orders Of Support.
Last Action
Signed by Governor
7/29/2016