Tex. Fam. Code § 159.303

Current with legislation from the 2023 Regular and Special Sessions signed by the Governor as of November 21, 2023.

Section 159.303 - Application of Law of State

Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, a responding tribunal of this state shall:

(1) apply the procedural and substantive law generally applicable to similar proceedings originating in this state and may exercise all powers and provide all remedies available in those proceedings; and

(2) determine the duty of support and the amount payable in accordance with the law and support guidelines of this state.

Tex. Fam. Code § 159.303

Amended By Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1247, Sec. 15, eff. 9/1/2003.

Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 607, Sec. 7, eff. 9/1/1997

Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 20, Sec. 1, eff. 4/20/1995.