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What does Texas SB1923 do?
SB1923 expands the legal grounds for redirecting child support payments to non-parent caregivers (e. g. , grandparents) based on non-judicial Authorization Agreements.
SB1923
Regular Session
Relating to the modification of certain orders providing for the support of a child.
LowStandard timeline
Low Cost
Effective:2025-09-01
Enforcing Agencies
Office of the Attorney General (Child Support Division) • Texas Family Courts
SB1923
LowRelating to the modification of certain orders providing for the support of a child.
Low Compliance Urgency
Requires routine attention
Cost Impact
Low
Effective
2025-09-01Enforcing Agencies
Office of the Attorney GeneralTexas Family Courts
Primary Author: Sen. Royce West
89th Texas Legislature
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Compliance Analysis
Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
Implementation Timeline
- Effective Date: September 1, 2025
- Compliance Deadline: Immediate upon receipt of any modified IWO issued pursuant to motions filed on or after September 1, 2025.
- Agency Rulemaking: None required. The Texas Office of the Attorney General (OAG) will enforce this through standard court orders; no new regulatory framework will be created for employers.
Immediate Action Plan
- Notify Payroll Leadership: Forward this analysis to your Payroll Manager and HR Director immediately.
- Update IWO Protocols: Revise internal procedures to ensure "Change of Payee" orders are flagged as high-priority to prevent lag time in payment redirection.
- Establish Dispute Policy: Implement a strict policy that HR will not suspend or alter wage garnishments based on verbal complaints or private documents presented by employees; require a certified court order for any changes.
Operational Changes Required
Contracts
No changes required. This legislation does not affect employment contracts, vendor agreements, or Master Services Agreements.
Hiring/Training
Payroll Staff Training: Instruct payroll administrators that valid IWOs may now more frequently designate third-party caregivers rather than ex-spouses as payees. Staff must be trained to process these redirections immediately without questioning the familial relationship.
Reporting & Record-Keeping
Audit Trail Maintenance: You must accurately log the date of receipt and implementation for every modified IWO. The law allows courts to recover unpaid support accruing from the date of the underlying authorization agreement; precise record-keeping protects the employer from claims that they delayed the redirection of funds.
Fees & Costs
No new statutory fees. Costs are limited to the administrative burden of updating payee details in payroll software.
Strategic Ambiguities & Considerations
The "Revocation" Trap: The law allows modification based on a Chapter 34 Authorization Agreement, which is a private document that can be revoked by a parent.
- The Risk: An employee (obligor) may present a "Revocation of Authorization" to HR, demanding you stop garnishing wages for the caregiver.
- The Rule: Disregard the employee's documentation. The employer is bound *only* by the court-issued IWO. Until the court issues a new order terminating or modifying the withholding, you must continue paying the designated caregiver. Do not attempt to adjudicate the validity of the underlying agreement.
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Legislative Timeline
This bill's path through the Texas Legislature
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Senate Authors
House Sponsors
Joint Sponsors
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Quick Reference
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about SB1923
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Who authored SB1923?
SB1923 was authored by Texas Senator Royce West during the Regular Session.
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When was SB1923 signed into law?
SB1923 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
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Which agencies enforce SB1923?
SB1923 is enforced by Office of the Attorney General (Child Support Division) and Texas Family Courts.
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How urgent is compliance with SB1923?
The compliance urgency for SB1923 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the requirements and timeline to ensure timely compliance.
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What is the cost impact of SB1923?
The cost impact of SB1923 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
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What topics does SB1923 address?
SB1923 addresses topics including electronic information systems, family, family--child protection, family--parent & child and minors.
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