Bill
LC 1949
Overview: LC 1949, "Generally revise family law", was a draft bill that died in the legislative process. It was introduced on November 23, 2024.Purpose and Intent: The main goal of
Overview: LC 1949, "Generally revise family law", was a draft bill that died in the legislative process. It was introduced on November 23, 2024.
Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill was to make various updates and revisions to the state's family law statutes, with the intent of modernizing and clarifying legal provisions related to marriage, divorce, child custody, and other family-related matters.
Key Provisions:
- Revised grounds and procedures for divorce and legal separation
- Updated child custody and visitation guidelines, including consideration of joint custody
- Expanded protections for victims of domestic violence in family law proceedings
- Established new requirements for pre-marital education and counseling
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would have impacted all individuals and families subject to the state's family law statutes, including those going through divorce, child custody disputes, or other family-related legal matters. Family law practitioners, such as attorneys and judges, would also have been affected by the changes.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: As a draft bill, LC 1949 did not advance beyond the initial legislative process and ultimately died without further consideration.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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