S 245 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Authorizes expedited settlement conference processes for establishing child support orders

This bill creates a faster process for parents who already agree on child support amounts to formalize their agreement through court-approved "expedited settlement conferences" in family court. It directly affects parents in child support cases who voluntarily consent to this process, excluding cases involving minor parents without lawyers, parentage disputes, protection orders, or spousal support. Key provisions require financial disclosure via affidavits, mandate court staff to calculate support using state guidelines, and ensure parties understand their rights before agreeing. The process is voluntary, with parties able to withdraw at any time, and includes interpreter services for non-English speakers. The bill does not change how child support is calculated but streamlines agreement confirmation for cases where parents have already reached terms.
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 8, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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