HB1045

Revise certain provisions related to child support.

Complete·3/12/26

Revises child support provisions in South Dakota, including modifications to income imputation and support recovery periods.

This bill revises child support provisions in South Dakota. It modifies the conditions under which a parent's income can be imputed for child support purposes, including factors like employment status and occupational qualifications. The bill also extends the period for which a custodian can recover support to three years before the date of application or filing. Additionally, it allows for electronic service of notices and reports in child support proceedings if parties agree. The bill presumes a parent is capable of earning a minimum annual income unless proven otherwise.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

34 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 3

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Feb 18

12:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 12

House

Signed by the Governor on March 12, 2026 H.J. 571

Mar 11

House

Delivered to the Governor on March 11, 2026 H.J. 556

Mar 10

Senate

Signed by the President S.J. 512