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HF 4293

Provisions related to parenting time determinations amended.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Peggy Scott

Minnesota bill amending parenting time determination procedures in family court to revise custody and visitation decision-making standards and processes.

Introduction and first reading, referred to Judiciary Finance and Civil Law
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Bill Summary · HF 4293

Legislative bill overview

HF 4293 modifies Minnesota's legal framework for determining parenting time (custody and visitation arrangements) in family court proceedings. The bill amends existing statutes governing how courts make decisions about parent-child contact schedules and related custody matters.

Why is this important

Parenting time determinations directly affect millions of Minnesota children and families by establishing legal custody arrangements, visitation schedules, and decision-making authority. Changes to these procedures can significantly impact how courts balance parents' rights, children's best interests, and implementation of custody orders.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition of "best interests": Disputes may arise over what factors courts should prioritize (parental fitness, child preference, continuity of care, etc.) and how to weight them
  • Presumptions and standards: Whether the bill introduces new presumptions (like equal parenting time presumptions) that could advantage certain parental groups or disadvantage others
  • Implementation burden: Changes may increase court workload or require new procedures that affect case processing times and family law costs

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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