MS HB1552

Replaces Mississippi's percentage-based child support model with an income-shared model that considers the combined adjusted monthly gross income of both parents.

Establishes a new child support schedule using specific dollar amounts (ranging from $100-$6,803 monthly) based on combined parental income levels ($950-$40,000+) and number of children (1-6+).

Expands income calculations to include both parents' earnings from all sources (wages, self-employment, investments, benefits) while excluding second household income, and requires subtraction of mandatory taxes, Social Security, and existing court-ordered support.

Brings forward existing statutory provisions regarding deviations from guidelines (extraordinary expenses, child's independent income, seasonal variations, shared custody arrangements, etc.) and prohibits considering incarceration as voluntary unemployment.

Effective date: July 1, 2025.