Bill > H3605

This bill amends South Carolina's alimony law by specifically defining "earning potential" for use in divorce proceedings. Under the proposed change, earning potential would be calculated differently depending on the spouse's employment status: for salaried employees, it would be their current salary, and for self-employed individuals, it would be set at twice the minimum wage. This definition would be used as one of the factors in determining alimony, helping to provide a more standardized approach to assessing each spouse's financial capacity during divorce settlements. The bill would take effect immediately upon the Governor's approval, potentially impacting how courts calculate potential income when making alimony determinations. By establishing a clear, straightforward method of calculating earning potential, the legislation aims to bring more consistency and predictability to alimony calculations in South Carolina.

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https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=3605&session=126&summary=B