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MS SB2615
Bill
AI Summary
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Requires the Mississippi Gaming Commission to coordinate with the Department of Human Services to withhold progressive slot machine annuity payments and cash gaming winnings from individuals with outstanding child support arrearages, for payments requiring IRS Form W2-G filing
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Allows licensed gaming entities to deduct an administrative fee up to $35.00 per payment from winnings of individuals owing child support arrearages
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Authorizes the Department of Human Services to collaborate with the State Treasurer to intercept unclaimed property claims to satisfy child support arrearages, with the Treasurer required to transfer applicable portions of claims to the department
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Requires insurers to exchange information with the Department of Human Services within 5 days of opening claims seeking economic benefits of $500 or more, and to withhold and remit amounts owed for child support from insurance claim payments, settlements, or awards
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Establishes that unclaimed property and other assets including insurance settlements are subject to interception for child support without requiring enrollment of the judgment on the judgment roll, effective July 1, 2022
Legislative Description
DHS; strengthen child support enforcement remedies.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/1/2022