If enacted, this bill would amend current statutes related to legal decision-making and parenting time by introducing several key updates. Specifically, it would require courts to reevaluate each temporary order within six months of issuance and set an evidentiary hearing upon request to determine if the existing order remains in the child's best interest. Additionally, the bill mandates that courts document specific factual findings when issuing temporary orders, detailing the factors considered in relation to the child's best interests.

The bill also establishes a minimum hearing duration of 120 minutes for any evidentiary hearings concerning temporary orders related to legal decision-making and parenting time. It removes outdated terminology, such as "custody," replacing it with "legal decision-making or parenting time," and clarifies procedural requirements for courts in handling these cases. Overall, these changes aim to enhance the judicial process surrounding temporary orders in family law, ensuring that decisions are made with thorough consideration of the child's welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 25-404, 25-407, 25-411, 25-403
House Engrossed Version: 25-404, 25-407, 25-411, 25-403