SD 1732 Massachusetts Senate · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act to enforce support orders for adult children in need of support

This bill amends a Massachusetts law to include adult children in support order requirements. It changes the legal language to replace "minor children" with "minor or adult children," expanding the scope of who can be covered by court-ordered financial support. The key provision directly affects adult children who need financial support from parents or guardians and the obligated parties responsible for providing it. This change modifies existing enforcement mechanisms under Chapter 188 of the General Laws without creating new programs or funding.
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