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MS SB2754

Bill

Status

Failed

3/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Nicole Boyd

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows child support to continue past age 21 for adult children with physical or mental disabilities that existed during their minority, if a court hearing is held and the adult child is placed in a conservatorship or less restrictive alternative

  • Requires the disability to have prevented the child from living independently, with an exception for children who are long-term patients in state-owned facilities

  • Permits courts to modify or maintain previous orders regarding custody, visitation, medical expenses, and other matters related to the disabled adult child's welfare

  • Authorizes courts to consider the adult child's receipt of and eligibility for public benefits and community services when determining support awards

  • Takes effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Child support; authorize continuation past the age of majority for certain disabled children.

Last Action

Died On Calendar

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary A2/6/2026
Judiciary, Division A1/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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