The bill establishes the Uniform Family Law Arbitration Act in Kansas, which provides a comprehensive framework for the arbitration of family law disputes. It defines essential terms such as "arbitration agreement," "arbitrator," and "family law dispute," and sets forth the requirements for a valid arbitration agreement, including the necessity for it to be in writing, signed by the parties, and to specify the dispute at hand. The act explicitly prohibits arbitration for certain matters, including divorce decrees and parental rights, while ensuring that arbitrators are qualified to handle sensitive issues like domestic violence and child abuse.

Additionally, the bill introduces amendments to the arbitration process, including provisions for the conduct of arbitration, the rights of the parties, and the procedures for confirming or vacating arbitration awards. It mandates fair hearings, allows for temporary protective orders, and requires arbitrators to disclose any potential conflicts of interest. The bill also grants immunity to arbitrators and arbitration organizations, similar to judicial protections, and clarifies the appeal process for various arbitration-related orders. The act will apply to arbitration agreements made on or after July 1, 2025, while allowing earlier agreements to adopt the new regulations, thereby promoting uniformity in family law arbitration across states.