The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes related to parenting time by establishing specific conditions under which a court must order supervised parenting time. Under the new provisions, the court would be required to appoint a professional supervisor in high-risk cases or if either party is subject to an order of protection or injunction against harassment within the past ten years. Conversely, if neither condition is met, the court may allow supervised parenting time with a non-professional supervisor.

Additionally, the bill outlines detailed qualifications and training requirements for both professional and non-professional supervisors. Professional supervisors must have extensive training in areas such as child welfare, domestic violence dynamics, and trauma-informed care, along with a current background check and liability insurance. Non-professional supervisors must adhere to standards set by a national organization and complete training in trauma and domestic violence. The bill also defines key terms such as "high-risk case," "professional supervisor," and "supervised parenting time," thereby clarifying the legal framework surrounding these proceedings.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 25-419