Principle Criteria
Free Enterprise
Property Rights
Personal Responsibility
Limited Government
Individual Liberty
Digest
HB 701 mandates the appointment of an attorney ad litem or amicus attorney in divorce cases involving children under 12 years old when child possession arrangements differ from the standard possession order and are contested. The intent is to assist the court in determining the best interest of the child. This Act takes effect immediately if it secures sufficient legislative approval; otherwise, it becomes effective on September 1, 2025.
Author (1)
Contact the Author
Rep. Diego Bernal
Capitol Phone:
(512) 463-0532
Capitol Office:
CAP 4N.6
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