California AB1643 modifies child support procedures by requiring submission of personal information through a confidential electronic portal.

California AB1643 amends the Family Code to require child support obligees to submit personal information via a confidential electronic portal. This submission is deemed an application for child support services under Title IV-D of the federal Social Security Act. The bill allows obligees to decline these services and request a stay of earnings assignment orders. It also mandates the Department of Child Support Services to establish this portal and ensures confidentiality of submitted information. The court must advise obligees of their options and the nature of available services.

California AB1643 modifies child support procedures by requiring submission of personal information through a confidential electronic portal.

California AB1643 amends the Family Code to require child support obligees to submit personal information via a confidential electronic portal. This submission is deemed an application for child support services under Title IV-D of the federal Social Security Act. The bill allows obligees to decline these services and request a stay of earnings assignment orders. It also mandates the Department of Child Support Services to establish this portal and ensures confidentiality of submitted information. The court must advise obligees of their options and the nature of available services.