HB4071

Spousal maintenance; domestic violence

Introduced·2/16/26
Introduced Text

Arizona HB4071 amends spousal maintenance guidelines for divorce or legal separation.

Arizona HB4071 revises the criteria for awarding spousal maintenance in divorce or legal separation cases. The bill directs the Arizona Supreme Court to establish guidelines for determining and awarding spousal maintenance, considering factors such as the standard of living during the marriage, the duration of the marriage, and the earning abilities of both spouses. It also outlines specific conditions under which maintenance may be granted, such as when a spouse lacks sufficient property or earning ability to be self-sufficient.

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History

Feb 17

House

House read second time

Feb 16

House

Introduced in House and read first time

Feb 16

House

Assigned to House JUD Committee