An Act relating to permanent fund dividends for individuals owing child support; and relating to applications and qualifications for permanent fund dividends for individuals owing child support.

HB 137 ensures that Alaska Permanent Fund Dividends (PFDs) for individuals behind on child support payments are directed to the child support recipient, not the debtor. The bill requires child support agencies to share lists of debtors with the Department of Revenue by March 31 each year, allowing the department to file PFD applications on behalf of eligible debtors without requiring their signature. If approved, the full dividend (minus a 7% administrative fee) is paid directly to the child support recipient, and the dividend cannot be claimed by agencies or used to satisfy the debt. This changes how PFDs are processed for debtors, prioritizing child support payments while simplifying the application process for affected individuals.