Parent whose parental rights are terminated must remain liable for child support obligations provision

This bill requires parents in Minnesota whose parental rights are terminated to continue paying child support obligations, including any unpaid amounts owed under existing court orders. The law applies to cases where a court terminates parental rights based on specific conditions outlined in state statutes, such as abandonment or abuse. While the termination ends most legal ties between parent and child, this provision ensures financial support continues for the child. The changes take effect on August 1, 2026, and apply to parental right terminations ordered on or after that date.