HB2144: Child support; preborn children

Summary:

HB2144 expands child support provisions to include preborn children, allowing courts to order support for medical and pregnancy related expenses from the date of a confirmed pregnancy test by a licensed health care professional. This bill serves to reaffirm the gift of life from conception, while supporting mothers during pregnancy.

Bill Status:

Awaiting House Floor

Bill History:

01/12/2026 Introduced
01/13/2026 House 1st Read
01/13/2026 Assigned to House JUD
01/13/2026 Assigned to House RULES
01/14/2026 House 2nd Read
01/21/2026 Passed House JUD
01/26/2026 Passed House Rules
01/27/2026 Passed House Caucus
03/02/2026 Passed House COW

Bill Versions:

Introduced Version Here

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