Maryland HB384 allows minors who are parents to initiate or defend child support actions.
Maryland HB384 amends the Family Law Article to grant minors who are parents the capacity and right to initiate or defend an action for child support, whether during litigation or otherwise. This change applies permanently and takes effect on October 1, 2026.
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