Signed into LawFiled Apr 14, 2026
Sponsor: Kyle Green (D)
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Becomes Act No. 605 without the Governor's signature.
Jun 1, 2026
Summary
HB 1239 amends Louisiana’s child‑custody law to state that, by default, physical custody should be shared equally between parents. A court may deviate only if equal sharing is not feasible or would harm the child’s best interests. The change aims to promote balanced parental involvement in children’s lives.
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