HB 2514
An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in alimony and support, further providing for alimony.
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- Passed House
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Bill overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania’s alimony laws to clarify when a court may allow alimony in divorce proceedings. Specifically, it introduces an exception where a court will deny alimony to a party if evidence shows they subjected the other party to a pattern or continuous threat of abuse during the marriage. The bill also clarifies that marital misconduct, except for abuse, is a factor considered in determining alimony.
Key provisions
- Establishes an exception to alimony awards where a party subjected the other to a pattern or continuous threat of abuse.
- Defines ‘abuse’ using the existing definition in section 6102.
- States that marital misconduct, excluding abuse, is a factor considered in alimony determinations.
- Reiterates that alimony is only allowed if the court deems it necessary.
- Specifies that the court must consider all relevant factors when determining alimony.
- Clarifies that marital misconduct from the date of final separation is not considered.
- Sets an effective date of 60 days after the bill’s enactment.
Who is affected
- Divorcing couples in Pennsylvania
- Individuals seeking or receiving alimony
- Pennsylvania courts
Notable changes
- Introduces a new exception to alimony awards based on domestic abuse.
- Explicitly addresses marital misconduct as a factor in alimony decisions, with a specific exclusion for abuse.
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