This bill amends Iowa's Code chapter 600B, which pertains to paternity and the obligation of parents to support their children. It expands the ability to file a complaint for establishing paternity and support obligations to include not only the child's mother and other interested parties but also the alleged father and the child themselves. The bill introduces several conforming changes throughout the chapter to reflect this inclusion, ensuring that the alleged father can actively participate in the proceedings.

Additionally, the bill allows for blood or genetic testing to be requested by the alleged father, the child's mother, or the child, and mandates that any party requesting such testing must file an affidavit with the court. This affidavit must allege or deny paternity and provide facts that establish a reasonable possibility of the requisite sexual contact between the mother and the alleged father. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the process of establishing paternity and support obligations while ensuring that all relevant parties have the opportunity to participate in the proceedings.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 600B.4, 600B.41, 600B.8, 600B.9, 600B.11, 600B.13, 600B.14, 600B.16, 600B.17, 600B.21, 600B.22, 600B.24, 600B.15, 726.3