The bill amends Section 598.21C of the Iowa Code to allow for the suspension of child support and medical support under specific circumstances. It modifies the existing law by replacing the requirement for a "dispositional or permanency order" with any order that places custody of a child with a party obligated to pay support. The bill also waives any filing fees or court costs associated with modifications filed under this provision.

Additionally, the bill introduces a process for the district court to enter ex parte orders suspending child support or medical support when an obligor requests it after being granted custody. It outlines the necessary information that must be included in the application for suspension and provides a mechanism for terminating the suspension when custody is returned to the party owed support. Furthermore, it allows for objections to be filed against ex parte orders, mandates a hearing on such objections within a specified timeframe, and requires the supreme court to create a standard form for these applications.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 598.21C