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S 5572 In Committee

Enacts the child custody reform act

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Enacts the child custody reform act to provide uniform statewide standards for the litigation and mediation of child custody disputes; provides for an initial planning conference between the judge and all parties to attempt a settlement; provides for mediation unless the court finds mediation is inappropriate; requires the chief administrator of the courts to establish plans for the conduct of administration of the mediation and preparation of evaluation reports.

Chamber
Senate
Introduced
Feb 25, 2025
Last action
Jan 7, 2026 — REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
Session
2025-2026
Momentum
27 · Low