Bill > HB1239

This bill amends Louisiana Revised Statute 9:335(A)(2)(b) concerning child custody, specifically regarding joint custody decrees and implementation orders. The key change is that, unless a court finds it is not feasible or not in the child's best interest, physical custody of the child *shall* be shared equally between parents, replacing the previous language that suggested children *should* be shared equally to the extent feasible and in the best interest of the child. This shift in language from "should" to "shall" indicates a stronger presumption in favor of equal physical custody arrangements.