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HB 1225

relative to the definition of adjusted gross income with respect to child support guidelines.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jodi Nelson

HB 1225 redefines adjusted gross income for New Hampshire child support calculations, affecting how support obligations are determined for families.

Refer to Interim Study, MA, VV; 04/09/2026; SJ 8
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Bill Summary · HB 1225

Legislative bill overview

HB 1225 modifies how "adjusted gross income" is calculated for purposes of New Hampshire's child support guidelines. The bill appears to address technical definitions that determine the income base used to calculate child support obligations. The specific changes were proposed through Amendment 2026-0599h during the legislative process.

Why is this important

Child support calculations directly affect financial obligations for non-custodial parents and resources available to custodial parents and children. How income is defined and calculated can significantly impact the amount of support ordered, making these definitional changes materially important to families involved in child support cases. These technical adjustments can also affect consistency and fairness across different custody situations.

Potential points of contention

  • Income definition scope: Disagreement over which types of income should be included or excluded (e.g., bonuses, self-employment income, investment income, benefits) in calculating support obligations
  • Compliance and complexity: Changes may create administrative challenges for courts, child support enforcement agencies, and obligated parties in calculating or verifying adjusted gross income
  • Impact on obligors vs. obligees: Different stakeholder groups may view the amendments differently—parents paying support may argue for narrower income definitions, while custodial parents may advocate for broader definitions capturing more income sources

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

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