This bill mandates that the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) establish and maintain an automated system for reporting child support delinquencies that adheres to federal guidelines. Specifically, the bill stipulates that the DHHS shall not report any arrearage as delinquent unless it meets the applicable federal threshold. Additionally, the system is required to provide the requesting agency with the dollar amount of the arrearage when an account is deemed delinquent.

To implement these changes, the bill amends RSA 161:2, XIV, by inserting new language that outlines the responsibilities of the DHHS regarding the automated reporting system. The new provisions emphasize compliance with federal standards and the necessity of reporting specific financial details to relevant agencies. The bill is set to take effect 60 days after its passage, with an approval date of May 29, 2025, and an effective date of July 28, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 161:2
Version adopted by both bodies: 161:2
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 161:2