PRIORITY BILL*
WFA STANCE:
MONITOR
WFA CATEGORY:
Family Values
TOPIC:
Protection of Children
STATUS:
Senate Failed Introduction
SCHEDULE:
Senate Labor Hearing @ ~12PM, Rm E001 (2/13/26)
No Committee Meetings or Floor Sessions Currently Scheduled
SPONSOR(S):
Senator Pearson
CO-SPONSOR(S):
Representative(s) Andrew, Heiner, Lucas, McCann, Schmid, Singh, Smith, Wharff
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*A “Priority Bill” designation is assigned to legislation that Wyoming Family Alliance has chosen to concentrate its time, resources, and advocacy efforts on. While many pro-family bills align with our mission, only a limited number can be designated as priorities each session to ensure effective and focused engagement.
SUMMARY:
The bill amends existing laws regarding child custody in domestic relations cases, specifically focusing on the best interests of the child and shared custody considerations. A new section, W.S. 20-2-206, is created to require courts to provide specific findings of fact and conclusions of law when custody is not allocated equally between parents. Additionally, the bill introduces a new factor for courts to consider when determining the best interests of the child, which includes evidence of any parent providing false information related to domestic violence or child abuse cases.
The bill also outlines requirements for shared custody arrangements, mandating that courts order shared custody on a temporary basis unless it is determined that such an arrangement would not be in the child’s best interests. For final custody orders, the court must consider the shared custody arrangement and provide written explanations if shared custody is not granted. Furthermore, definitions for joint legal custody, joint physical custody, and shared custody are established to clarify these terms within the context of custody arrangements. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and will apply to all custody-related petitions filed after that date.
Summary by FastDemocracy
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https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2026/SF0093
WFA COMMENTARY & UPDATES:
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