Family Law - Child Support - Capacity of Minors to File Action

HB 120 authorizes minors who are both the legal and custodial parent of a child to directly file for child support, removing a current barrier that prevented them from initiating such cases without a guardian. The bill amends Maryland’s Family Law to explicitly state that these minors have the legal capacity to file child support actions (either temporarily during proceedings or permanently). This change directly affects minor parents living with their children who need to seek financial support from the other parent. The law will take effect on October 1, 2025, and does not alter child support calculation methods or payment obligations.