Bill > H1591

This bill aims to promote shared parenting in cases of divorce. It amends Chapter 208, Section 31 of the Massachusetts General Laws to establish a presumption of shared legal and physical custody of minor children, absent emergency conditions, abuse, or neglect. The bill requires the court to make written findings to justify any order for sole legal or physical custody. It also allows for modification of parenting schedules based on changes in the availability of parents or the developmental stage of the child. The bill further specifies that the failure to submit a shared custody implementation plan does not diminish the presumption of joint custody or the child's right to frequent and continuing contact with both parents.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1591