According to the United States federal law, a court may award child support if a parent qualifies for assistance under the Temporary Assistance for Need Families (TANF) program. The law states that if a parent qualifies for assistance with their children, after 60 days of receiving assistance, they must begin paying child support.The amount of child support that is required depends on the parents’ income and the number of children involved. The guidelines from the Child Support Services Division of the Department of Social Services provide more specific information. The range of amounts can vary drastically because it depends on how much the parent earns, how many children are involved, and other factors such as health insurance and special needs costs.The minimum amount a parent must pay is $50 per month for one child and $75 per month for two or more children. This amount does not change if there are special needs expenses or health insurance premiums added to the family budget.The actual amount awarded is based on a complicated calculation that considers all relevant factors, including health insurance, day care costs and other expenses. The court may also order additional amounts if it determines it is necessary.
What is the new law on child support in Illinois?
In Illinois, there is a new law that requires parents to pay child support in arrears unless there is an agreement to the contrary. The new law takes effect on January 1, 2018.Under the old Illinois child support guidelines, the amount of child support a parent had to pay was based on their income and the needs of their children. The guidelines took into account such things as each parent’s health insurance plan and how many children were in each family.In addition, there was a so-called ‘acceleration clause’ which allowed a judge to increase child support if either parent became unable to pay because of medical expenses, job loss or other factors. The new child support law (SB 2439) does away with these acceleration clauses and no longer allows judges to order increased child support based on family circumstances.The new law also limits the amount of arrearage that must be paid before it can be deducted from income. The arrearage may not exceed 18% of income before taxes can be deducted, and cannot exceed $500 per month before taxes can be deducted.
How long do you pay child support in PA?
PA recognizes the two-child standard for child support in all circumstances. A one-child standard is applicable only if all of the following conditions apply:1. The parents are not legally married to each other.2. The parents do not have a child together by a previous relationship.3. Both parents have physical and legal custody of the child or children.4. At least one parent must provide health insurance for the child or children.