S 1099
An Act reforming alimony in the Commonwealth
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Bill overview
This bill, S.1099, aims to reform alimony laws in Massachusetts. It seeks to modify the existing rules surrounding spousal support payments, potentially impacting how and when alimony is awarded and received. The bill’s specific changes are intended to provide greater clarity and fairness in alimony determinations. It is part of a series of similar bills introduced over the years.
Key provisions
- Modifies the calculation of alimony payments.
- Addresses the duration of alimony payments.
- Clarifies the factors considered in determining alimony.
- Potentially adjusts the types of alimony available.
- May include provisions related to spousal support during remarriage.
Who is affected
- Spouses seeking or receiving alimony.
- Divorcing couples in Massachusetts.
- Attorneys handling divorce and family law cases.
Notable changes
- The bill proposes changes to the existing alimony statutes in Massachusetts.
- It is part of a series of similar bills introduced in previous legislative sessions.
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Primary sponsor
Paul R. Feeney
Cosponsor
Paul R. Feeney
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Bill S.1099 194th (Current)
An Act reforming alimony in the Commonwealth
By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1099) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation to reform alimony in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.
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Presenter: Paul R. Feeney
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1099
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 4/18/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/14/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 12/18/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886 |
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