This bill proposes updates to section 25-403 of the Arizona Revised Statutes concerning legal decision-making and parenting time. It modifies the language regarding the child's best interests by replacing the term "interest" with "interests" to reflect a broader consideration of the child's needs.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new provision that grants children aged fourteen and older the right to choose which parent they prefer for custody and parenting time, provided they are mature enough to make an informed decision. This selection is deemed presumptive unless the court finds that it does not align with the child's best interests, thereby emphasizing the importance of the child's voice in custody matters.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 25-403