The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes by adding a new section (25-407.01) to Title 25, Chapter 4 of the Arizona Revised Statutes. This new section would explicitly prohibit courts from taking testimony or making findings in legal decision-making or parenting time proceedings based solely on allegations of parental alienation. It would also prevent courts from relying on terminology or theories that lack scientific support and do not lead to specific evidence-based treatment.

Additionally, the bill would redefine the concept of parental alienation to include various related behaviors and dynamics, thereby expanding the understanding of the term within the context of family law. The current language that allows courts to base decisions on unsupported theories would be removed, ensuring that legal determinations are grounded in scientifically validated evidence.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 25-407.01
House Engrossed Version: 25-407.01