Bill > S1080

This bill amends Chapter 208 of the General Laws to modify the provisions related to determining the best interest of children in probate and family court proceedings. The key provisions include defining terms like "shared decision-making responsibility," "sole decision-making responsibility," "shared residential responsibility," and "primary residential responsibility." The bill also outlines factors the court must consider in determining parental responsibilities, including the past and present relationship between the parent and child, the child's adjustment to their environment, and the willingness of each parent to foster a relationship with the other parent. Additionally, the bill requires the court to consider safety concerns such as substance abuse, domestic violence, and sexual offenses when determining the parenting plan and schedule. The goal is to establish a parenting arrangement that is in the best interest of the child and workable for the parties involved.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1080