HB 380 Missouri House · 2025 Regular Session

Modifies provisions relating to the custody and support of children

HB 380 extends child support obligations for children enrolled in vocational or higher education until age 22 (or age 21 if not pursuing post-secondary education), provided they maintain at least 12 credit hours per semester, submit academic records, and achieve passing grades. It requires students to provide transcripts showing course enrollment and grades each semester to retain eligibility, with support terminating if they fail half or more of their courses. The bill also allows child support payments to be reduced (abated) if a parent voluntarily relinquishes custody for over 30 consecutive days, and continues support for children with disabilities beyond age 18. These provisions directly affect parents paying support, children in post-secondary education, and courts enforcing child support orders.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2024
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Governor
Introduced Dec 4, 2024 Last action Apr 2, 2025
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Apr 2, 2025
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Referred: Judiciary(H)
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Dec 4, 2024
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Marlene Terry
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