Vermont H0007 amends adoption proceedings to allow courts to consider parental support payments in terminating parental rights.

Vermont H0007 modifies the criteria for terminating parental rights in adoption proceedings. Specifically, it allows courts to consider whether a respondent has made reasonable and consistent payments for the support of the minor child, regularly communicated or visited with the child, or demonstrated an ability and willingness to assume custody when deciding if termination is in the child's best interests. This act takes effect upon passage.

Vermont H0007 amends adoption proceedings to allow courts to consider parental support payments in terminating parental rights.

Vermont H0007 modifies the criteria for terminating parental rights in adoption proceedings. Specifically, it allows courts to consider whether a respondent has made reasonable and consistent payments for the support of the minor child, regularly communicated or visited with the child, or demonstrated an ability and willingness to assume custody when deciding if termination is in the child's best interests. This act takes effect upon passage.