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SB 548 — Maryland

Family Law - Child Support - Determination of Custody and Agreements Between Parents

Requiring that a court determine custody before awarding child support under certain circumstances; and establishing a conclusive presumption that the application of the child support guidelines would be unjust or inappropriate if the parents mutually assert that the agreement is in the best interest of the child.

Latest action: Hearing 2/18 at 1:00 p.m. · Feb 5, 2026

In committeeChild CustodyCourtsFamily LawStandards and Best PracticesSupport of Dependents

Synopsis written by the legislature's own staff, as published on the official bill page. Status label is derived from the recorded actions. The full text below is the record.

Committees: Judicial Proceedings (Senate)

Updated Mar 17, 2026

Timeline

  1. First Reading Judicial Proceedings

    Feb 4, 2026 · Senate

  2. Hearing 2/18 at 1:00 p.m.

    Feb 5, 2026 · Senate

Sponsored by Nick Charles

No recorded floor votes yet.

Fiscal and Policy Note — official analysis by legislative staff (PDF) Bill text (First reading) — Maryland General Assembly (PDF) Official record — Maryland General Assembly bill page

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