Texas HB2971 allows courts to finalize divorce agreements without requiring testimony if certain conditions are met.

Texas HB2971 amends the Family Code to allow a court to finalize a divorce agreement without requiring the parties to testify if the agreement includes specific details and neither party objects. The agreement must be signed by both parties, include the date of marriage, grounds for dissolution, asset characterization, and a division of community property. If children are involved, it must include a parenting plan and child support agreement. The agreement must be accompanied by an affidavit or declaration supporting its terms.

Texas HB2971 allows courts to finalize divorce agreements without requiring testimony if certain conditions are met.

Texas HB2971 amends the Family Code to allow a court to finalize a divorce agreement without requiring the parties to testify if the agreement includes specific details and neither party objects. The agreement must be signed by both parties, include the date of marriage, grounds for dissolution, asset characterization, and a division of community property. If children are involved, it must include a parenting plan and child support agreement. The agreement must be accompanied by an affidavit or declaration supporting its terms.