SB466

Establish factors when determining best interest of child

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Montana SB466 establishes factors to consider when determining the best interests of a child.

Montana SB466 establishes factors to consider when determining the best interests of a child. These factors include the physical and emotional safety of the child, family integrity, the willingness of parents to facilitate a continuing relationship, the capacity of parents to meet the child's needs, and the child's cultural background. Courts must articulate the basis for their decisions but are not required to assign any weight to the factors.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

99 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 25, 2025

3:00 PM

House Human Services Hearing

Mar 3, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Public Health, Welfare and Safety Hearing

History

May 13, 2025

Senate

Chapter Number Assigned

May 8, 2025

Senate

(S) Signed by Governor

Apr 30, 2025

Senate

(S) Transmitted to Governor