ID H0205

Revises the definition of "child conceived or born out of wedlock" to refer to a child conceived outside of lawful matrimony but not yet born, or begotten and born outside of lawful matrimony.

Clarifies that parents of children conceived or born out of wedlock are liable for necessary support, education, and funeral expenses of the child.

Establishes that support orders or judicially approved settlements made before a parent's death are enforceable as claims against the deceased parent's estate, with amount determined by probate court considering the child's age, surviving parent's ability to support, and deceased parent's estate.

Permits paternity proceedings to be instituted either before or after the child's birth, but must be instituted before the child reaches the age of majority as defined in Idaho Code section 32-101.

Applies the statute retroactively to any dependent child conceived or born before or after the effective date, regardless of the parents' past or current marital status.