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MS SB2220
Bill
AI Summary
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Allows courts to order child support to continue past the age of majority (21) for children with disabilities that existed during their minority and prevent them from living independently
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Creates an exception to emancipation presumptions when an adult child is incapable of self-support due to a physical or mental disability that existed during their minority
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Excludes children who are long-term patients in state-owned or state-operated facilities from extended support orders
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Permits courts to make, modify, or maintain orders regarding custody, visitation, medical expenses, and other welfare matters for disabled children past the age of majority
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Amends Section 93-11-65 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 governing child custody, care, support, and maintenance proceedings
Legislative Description
Child support; may continue past age of majority for a disabled child.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/2/2021