HB895

Enact the Ohio Custody Mediation and Orientation Act

Introduced·5/12/26
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Ohio HB895 establishes the Ohio Custody Mediation and Orientation Act, requiring mediation and orientation sessions for parents in certain family law.

Ohio HB895, the Ohio Custody Mediation and Orientation Act, mandates mediation and orientation sessions for parents in family law cases involving children. The act requires parents to undergo mediation to resolve disputes over parental rights and responsibilities. If mediation is ordered, parents must complete a court-approved orientation session explaining the mediation process, parental rights and responsibilities, potential outcomes, and available local resources.

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Judiciary Committee
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History

May 20

House

Referred to committee: Judiciary

May 12

House

Introduced