Best interests of the child; assuring frequent and continuing contact with both parents. (HB2041)
Introduced By
Del. Glenn Davis (R-Virginia Beach)
Progress
✓ |
Introduced |
✗ |
Passed Committee |
☐ |
Passed House |
☐ |
Passed Senate |
☐ |
Signed by Governor |
☐ |
Became Law |
Description
Best interests of the child; assuring frequent and continuing contact with both parents. Provides that, in determining the best interests of the child for purposes of custody and visitation arrangements, upon request of either party, the court shall assure minor children of frequent and continuing contact with both parents so as to maximize the amount of time the child spends with each parent. The bill further provides that such parenting time may be adjusted in consideration of certain factors. Read the Bill »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| 01/12/2021 | Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/13/21 21102706D |
| 01/12/2021 | Referred to Committee for Courts of Justice |
| 01/19/2021 | Assigned Courts sub: Civil |
| 01/20/2021 | Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (8-Y 0-N) |
| 02/05/2021 | Left in Courts of Justice |
Comments
VPLC opposes this bill.