Uniform Interstate Family Support Act · Civil Provisions of General Application
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.
Official text of the Texas Family Code as published by the Texas Legislative Council.
