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HB 216

Child Support Calculation Amendments

2026 General Session Introduced by Jordan Teuscher

HB 216 adjusts Utah's child support calculation formula, potentially redistributing financial obligations between parents through modified income considerations or parenting time adjustments.

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Bill Summary · HB 216

Legislative bill overview

HB 216 modifies how child support obligations are calculated in Utah, adjusting the methodology used by courts to determine parental financial responsibility. The specific amendments are not detailed in the available legislative history, though the bill has recently been numbered and distributed for consideration.

Why is this important

Child support calculation methods directly affect millions in annual payments between divorced or separated parents and significantly impact family financial stability. Changes to these formulas can redistribute financial burdens across income levels and family structures, making this a consequential policy matter for Utah families.

Potential points of contention

  • Income definition disputes: Whether the bill expands or narrows what counts as "income" for calculation purposes (e.g., bonuses, self-employment, investment returns)
  • Parenting time adjustments: Whether modifications account for shared custody arrangements, potentially reducing support obligations for equal parenting time
  • Low-income impact: Whether changes create hardship for lower-earning parents or reduce support available to custodial parents in lower-income families

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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