A bill for an act creating the uniform family law arbitration Act.

Summary

The bill sets up a new uniform act that allows parties in family law cases—such as child custody or support—to settle their issues through arbitration instead of going to court, with clear rules on agreements, arbitrator qualifications, and what can be decided. It applies to disputes covered by Iowa’s family law statutes but prohibits arbitrators from granting divorces, ending parental rights, or making adoption decisions. The goal is to provide a faster, private alternative for resolving family matters.

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