Child support award; cost of health insurance coverage obtained by noncustodial parent considered in determining.

SB 2505 would amend Mississippi's child support guidelines to require courts to factor in the cost of health insurance coverage obtained by a noncustodial parent when calculating child support. Specifically, if a court orders the noncustodial parent to provide health insurance for a child, the cost of that coverage would be deducted from their adjusted gross income before determining the support amount. This change directly affects noncustodial parents who are legally required to obtain health insurance for their children. The bill aims to ensure that child support calculations account for this mandatory expense, rather than treating it as a separate obligation. (Bill: SB 2505, Title: Child support award; cost of health insurance coverage obtained by noncustodial parent considered in determining.)