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NJ S1618
NJ S1618Clarifies child support obligation notice and certification requirements for applicants for State licenses.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill clarifies the child support obligation notice and certification requirements for applicants of State licenses. Under current law, a person who applies for a State driver's license, occupational or professional license, or recreational or sporting license is required to certify that the applicant is not in arrears with a child support obligation. A license holder who is in arrears may, after notice and a hearing, have their license suspended or revoked. Under the bill, in order to provide greater notice to license applicants of the child support law, each licensing agency will require applicants to certify on a form promulgated by the Administrative Office of the Courts separate from the license application form. The separate form will also provide applicants with general notice of the legal basis for the enforcement of child support obligations through the licensing process, including the notice and hearing requirements prior to suspension or revocation.
AI Summary
This bill clarifies the process for individuals applying for state licenses to certify their child support obligations, aiming to provide greater notice to applicants. Previously, applicants for licenses like driver's or professional licenses had to certify they were not behind on child support payments, and those who were could face license suspension after a hearing. Under this bill, each licensing agency will require applicants to fill out a separate form, created by the Administrative Office of the Courts, to certify their child support status. This separate form will also inform applicants about the legal basis for using the licensing process to enforce child support, including the notice and hearing procedures before a license can be suspended or revoked. The bill also updates language regarding the "Division of Motor Vehicles" to the "Motor Vehicle Commission" and makes other technical adjustments to existing law.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S1618 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S2000/1618_I1.HTM |
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