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HB 824: CHILD CUSTODY – Amends, repeals, and adds to existing law to revise provisions regarding Idaho child custody laws.
Revises Idaho child custody laws to establish presumption of substantially equal parenting time absent clear and convincing evidence of substantial harm to child. Requires evidentiary hearings, written findings, restoration plans, and equal parental access to child records before restricting custody or parenting time.
Status
Reported Printed (March 5, 2026) · Originated in the Idaho House · Introduced March 4, 2026
Sponsors
- WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE
Committees
- JRA for Printing
Bill history
- March 4, 2026 — House: Introduced, read first time, referred to JRA for Printing
- March 5, 2026 — House: Reported Printed and Referred to Judiciary, Rules & Administration
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