SB318

Generally revise child custody laws

Failed·5/23/25

Montana SB318 revises child custody laws, emphasizing child safety and well-being.

Montana SB318 generally revises child custody laws to prioritize child safety and well-being. The bill mandates annual training for judges and standing masters on domestic and sexual violence and child abuse. It requires guardians ad litem to have initial and ongoing training on these topics. The bill also establishes criteria for amending parenting plans, emphasizing the child's best interest and considering factors such as domestic violence and child abuse.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

45 Yea

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54 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 1, 2025

8:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

Mar 4, 2025

10:00 AM

Senate Finance and Claims Hearing

History

May 23, 2025

Senate

(S) Died in Process

Apr 22, 2025

House

(H) Scheduled for 2nd Reading

Apr 22, 2025

House

(H) 2nd Reading Not Concurred