Assembly Bill 151 proposes significant changes to the determination of physical placement schedules in family law cases in Wisconsin. The bill amends current law by removing the existing standard that allows courts to consider various factors when setting a physical placement schedule. Instead, it establishes a presumption that equalizing physical placement time between both parents is in the best interest of the child. This presumption can be rebutted if a court finds, by a preponderance of the evidence and after considering all statutory best-interest factors, that equal placement would not serve the child's best interests.

Additionally, the bill creates a new provision that specifically includes "the geographic separation of the parties" as a factor to be considered in determining physical placement. This change aims to ensure that the physical placement schedule reflects the realities of the parents' living situations while still prioritizing the child's welfare. The bill will apply to actions or proceedings that commence on or after its effective date.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 767.41(4)(a)2, 767.41