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SB 27

MARRIAGE ACT-CHILD SUPPORT

104th Regular Session Introduced by Mike Hastings and 2 co-sponsors

Illinois law (SB 27) modifies child support obligations related to marriage status, effective immediately August 2025, with unanimous legislative approval.

Public Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0340
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Bill Summary · SB 27

Legislative bill overview

SB 27 modifies Illinois child support obligations in relation to marriage status and dissolution. The bill passed with unanimous support (105-0) and was signed into law effective immediately on August 15, 2025. The specific statutory changes focus on how child support is calculated, enforced, or modified in marriage-related cases.

Why is this important

Child support laws directly affect millions of Illinois families, determining financial obligations for dependent children following separation or divorce. Changes to these provisions can impact custody arrangements, parental financial responsibility, and children's access to support resources. This unanimous passage suggests broad legislative agreement on the policy direction, though the exact provisions warrant public review.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition of affected relationships: Whether changes apply to unmarried parents, same-sex marriages, or other family structures may generate interpretation debates
  • Retroactive application: Unclear whether modifications apply to existing support orders or only new cases, potentially affecting current obligors
  • Income calculation methods: Any changes to how parental income is assessed for support could shift financial burdens between high and low-income parents

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

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