Expands eligibility for child custody evaluators in Hawaii to include licensed mental health counselors.

Hawaii HB1705 amends existing law to allow licensed mental health counselors to serve as child custody evaluators. This change aims to address the state's shortage of qualified professionals, reduce costs, and alleviate delays in child custody determinations. The bill recognizes that licensed mental health counselors possess the necessary education, training, and clinical expertise to conduct thorough evaluations. By expanding eligibility, the state seeks to ensure timely and equitable access to child custody evaluations for families involved in court proceedings.

Expands eligibility for child custody evaluators in Hawaii to include licensed mental health counselors.

Hawaii HB1705 amends existing law to allow licensed mental health counselors to serve as child custody evaluators. This change aims to address the state's shortage of qualified professionals, reduce costs, and alleviate delays in child custody determinations. The bill recognizes that licensed mental health counselors possess the necessary education, training, and clinical expertise to conduct thorough evaluations. By expanding eligibility, the state seeks to ensure timely and equitable access to child custody evaluations for families involved in court proceedings.