Bill
LC 3833
Overview: Bill Number: LC 3833, Title: Generally revise minor and family law, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: December 17, 2024Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to
Overview: Bill Number: LC 3833, Title: Generally revise minor and family law, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: December 17, 2024
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to make various revisions and updates to Montana's laws related to minors and family law. The primary goal is to modernize and streamline these legal frameworks to better address the evolving needs of families and children in the state.
Key Provisions:
- Revises definitions and terminology related to minors and family relationships
- Updates child custody and visitation guidelines to prioritize the best interests of the child
- Expands access to family counseling and mediation services for divorcing or separating parents
- Enhances protections for minors in abuse, neglect, and domestic violence situations
- Modifies emancipation procedures to provide more flexibility for older minors
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Families with minor children, including those going through separation, divorce, or custody disputes
- Minors at risk of abuse, neglect, or domestic violence
- Providers of family law and child welfare services
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
This bill was introduced in the Montana Legislature in December 2024 but did not progress further and died in the legislative process.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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