This bill amends existing law regarding the enforcement of alimony orders and waivers of alimony. It introduces two new provisions to RSA 458:19-a. The first provision mandates that orders for the payment of past due alimony must be enforced as stated unless altered by mutual agreement or specific statutory provisions. The second provision establishes that any agreements in which parties waive their rights to alimony will be upheld unless proven invalid based on specific criteria, such as coercion or fraud.

Additionally, the bill specifies that these changes will take effect on January 1, 2027. The amendments aim to clarify the enforcement of alimony obligations and the validity of waivers, ensuring that such agreements are respected unless substantial evidence suggests otherwise.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 458:19-a
As Amended by the Senate: 458:19-a
Version adopted by both bodies: 458:19-a
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 458:19-a
HB1228 text: 458:19-a