Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety
Summary
The bill revises the state’s best‑interest of the child standard, adding specific considerations such as a child’s preferences, special needs, parental health, and any history of domestic abuse. It also requires judges to make written findings on each factor and creates a rebuttable presumption for joint legal custody unless abuse is present. The changes affect families going through divorce or custody disputes and aim to promote child safety and shared parenting.
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