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KS HB2496

KS HB2496
Enacting the uniform family law arbitration act.


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Introduced
01/19/2022
In Committee
03/02/2022
Crossed Over
03/01/2022
Passed
Dead
05/23/2022

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2021-2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT concerning family law; relating to arbitration agreements; enacting the uniform family law arbitration act. 3

AI Summary

This bill enacts the Uniform Family Law Arbitration Act, which governs the arbitration of family law disputes in Kansas. The key provisions include: defining terms like "arbitration agreement" and "child-related dispute"; specifying requirements for arbitration agreements and the arbitration process; outlining the powers and duties of arbitrators; and establishing procedures for confirming, correcting, or vacating arbitration awards. The bill also addresses issues like interim relief, protections for parties and children, and appeals of arbitration decisions. Overall, the bill aims to provide a framework for using arbitration to resolve certain family law matters.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Judiciary (House)

Last Action

Senate Died in Senate Committee (on 05/23/2022)

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