Child custody proceedings; study, provisions to improve procedure for victims of family abuse, etc.

Summary

The bill orders the Committee on Self‑Represented Litigants and its subcommittee to assemble a work group of judges, guardians ad litem, advocates, survivors and other stakeholders. The group will examine how abuse allegations affect custody outcomes and suggest improvements such as affordable legal help, judicial training, and stronger oversight. Its findings must be submitted to the chairs of the House and Senate Courts of Justice committees by November 1, 2026.

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