This bill amends existing law to clarify the notice and certification requirements related to child support obligations for applicants seeking State licenses. It mandates that each licensing authority require applicants to complete a separate certification form, developed by the Administrative Office of the Courts, which confirms their child support status. The form must be filled out under penalty of perjury and will inform applicants that a license will not be granted, renewed, or reinstated if they have an arrearage equal to or exceeding six months of child support payments, have failed to provide court-ordered health care coverage, or are subject to a child support-related warrant.

Additionally, the bill specifies that if a licensee disputes their status as an obligor upon receiving a notice of suspension or revocation, they must notify the licensing authority and the Probation Division within 20 days to request a hearing. The Probation Division will then determine the licensee's obligor status and file a petition for a judicial hearing if necessary. The bill also includes provisions for the Motor Vehicle Commission and other licensing agencies to amend their regulations to allow the use of Social Security numbers for child support enforcement purposes, ensuring better cooperation between licensing authorities and the Probation Division.

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Introduced: 2A:17-56.44