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House Co-Sponsorship Memoranda
House of Representatives
Session of 2023 - 2024
Regular Session
MEMORANDUM
| Posted: | September 12, 2024 02:49 PM |
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| From: | Representative Melissa L. Shusterman and Rep. Liz Hanbidge |
| To: | All House members |
| Subject: | Modifying a Child Custody Order |
| In Pennsylvania, parents may file a petition to change a custody order if the parent asserts that the current custody order is not in the best interest of the child. Current law does not specify that significant changes in circumstances need to be proven in order to request a custody order modification. Without a compelling argument to modify an existing custody order, a modification could be made that is not in the best interest of the child. For this reason, we will be introducing legislation that would require an individual requesting a child custody modification to provide an explanation for the basis of the request and include facts to support the claim, such as significant changes in circumstances since the enactment of the original custody order. This legislation will assist in ensuring that the best interests of a child are prioritized in determining a child custody modification. Please join us in co-sponsoring this important legislation to ensure children are protected throughout the child custody modification process. |