Bill > AB153

This bill modifies Wisconsin's child support and maintenance order regulations by establishing new requirements for income and address change notifications. The bill defines a "shared-placement parent" as a parent with court-ordered placement of at least 25% of the time and who is responsible for the child's basic support costs proportionally. It mandates that both payers and payees in child support or maintenance orders must notify the county child support agency within 10 business days of changing their address or employer, and of any substantial changes in income. The bill introduces nuanced reporting requirements, such as exempting certain income disclosures when the payer is not a shared-placement parent. Additionally, the bill provides provisions for protecting personal identifying information during these notifications, allowing parties to redact sensitive details like social security numbers, account numbers, and addresses under specific circumstances. The legislation also establishes potential consequences for failing to disclose required information, including potential contempt of court proceedings and the possibility of being required to pay the other party's legal costs. These changes aim to improve transparency and communication in child support and maintenance order processes while protecting individual privacy.

Education, Health and Social Services

https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/asm/bill/ab153