MS SB2619

Creates new Section 43-19-36 to automatically suspend child support obligations by operation of law for persons incarcerated or involuntarily institutionalized for more than 180 consecutive days, preventing accrual of arrears during that period.

Suspends child support obligations do not apply if the obligor has means to pay support under established guidelines or was incarcerated for domestic violence, child abuse, or criminal nonpayment of child support.

Child support obligations resume on the first day of the month following 60 days after the noncustodial parent's release from incarceration, and the order becomes enforceable on that date.

Authorizes the Department of Human Services to administratively adjust arrears balances for suspended orders if arrears were improperly accrued during incarceration, with 30-day notice to both parties; either party may object and request court determination.

Amends Sections 93-11-65, 93-11-71, and 93-5-23 to conform existing child support enforcement provisions to the new suspension rules for incarcerated obligors; effective July 1, 2022.