CS/HB 313 - Florida Responsible Parent Act

• Allows child support obligors to avoid driver license and vehicle registration suspension if they demonstrate receipt of unemployment compensation, disability benefits, Supplemental Security Income, Social Security Disability Insurance, temporary cash assistance, or confirmed bankruptcy plan payments within 20 days of delinquency notice.

• Permits obligors to file a petition with circuit court within 20 days to contest suspension on grounds of mistake of fact regarding delinquency or obligor identity, or no ability to pay due to temporary employment interruption, illness, medical condition, or involuntary unemployment.

• Requires courts to hear contested delinquency petitions within 15 days and enter orders within 10 days, with timely petition filing staying suspension proceedings until court resolution.

• Maintains existing avoidance options including full payment of delinquency, written payment agreements, or compliance with subpoenas and court orders.

• Effective date is July 1, 2017.