Connecticut Senate Bill SB00192

Connecticut 2020 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/20/20
• Refer: 2/20/20
• Report Pass: 3/5/20

Caption

An Act Concerning A List Of The One Hundred Most Delinquent Child Support Obligors.

Impact

This legislation is designed to modernize the way child support obligations are tracked and reported, aiming to improve efficiency in enforcement. By establishing an automated reporting system available to state agencies and the Family Support Magistrate Division, the bill intends to streamline the process for managing and collecting child support obligations. The shift from public naming of obligors to utilizing a registry system is anticipated to reduce stigma and encourage compliance among those who owe child support.

Summary

Senate Bill 00192 is an act that seeks to reform how delinquent child support obligors are reported in the state. The primary focus of the bill is to replace the current practice of publicly listing the names and details of the top one hundred individuals with significant child support arrears. Instead, the bill mandates the creation of a centralized automated system to report collections for all accounts having IV-D support orders, which must provide compliance with federal regulations.

Contention

Debate surrounding SB 00192 centers on the balance between accountability and privacy. Proponents argue that eliminating public shaming will aid in fostering better relationships between obligors and the system, potentially leading to increased payments. Critics, however, contend that transparency is necessary for accountability and that public naming serves as a deterrent against neglecting child support obligations. Ensuring that the system remains effective without compromising the interests of children reliant on such support is a key point of contention among lawmakers.