Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HB1009

Voted on by House
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to the designation of the primary residence of a child in certain parenting plans for joint managing conservatorship.

Impact

The bill seeks to impact state laws related to family and child custody, specifically influencing how joint managing conservatorship situations are managed in Texas. By allowing for a specified geographic area for a child's primary residence, the legislation encourages parents to collaboratively define boundaries that reflect their agreement, ultimately enhancing the ability of courts to enforce these arrangements. This addition is designed to facilitate smoother operations within the family law system, thereby potentially reducing disputes over child custody and residential placements.

Summary

House Bill 1009 focuses on the designation of a child's primary residence within certain parenting plans under joint managing conservatorship. The bill amends Section 153.133 of the Texas Family Code, introducing a new provision that allows courts to adopt a written parenting plan if it meets specified requirements. Notably, one of these requirements is that the parenting plan must stipulate that the child's primary residence shall be within a defined geographic area. This legislative change aims to provide clarity and stability in custody arrangements, ensuring that the child's living situation is well defined and understood by all parties involved.

Contention

While the bill promotes a structured approach to joint managing conservatorship, there may be points of contention regarding what constitutes an appropriate geographic area. Opponents could argue that the specified geographic limitations might inadvertently restrict parental involvement or affect a child's relationship with one parent, especially in cases of divorce or separation. Furthermore, the language used in the bill could lead to varying interpretations in court, as defined boundaries could become a source of future disputes. Legislators and judges will need to navigate these aspects carefully to ensure that the best interests of the child remain the primary focus.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB5103

Relating to the rights and duties of each parent that must be specified in certain agreed parenting plans and orders for the joint managing conservatorship of a child.

TX HB4953

Relating to the procedures for the removal of certain children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.

TX SB2548

Relating to the procedures for the removal of certain children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.

TX SB2562

Relating to the procedures for the removal of certain children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.

TX HB30

Relating to the notice provided to certain persons concerning children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.

TX HB4157

Relating to the notification of certain persons concerning certain events related to children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.

TX HB4898

Relating to the jurisdiction of a court over a child in the managing conservatorship of the state after the child's 18th birthday.

TX HB47

Relating to the procedures for providing notice to certain individuals on placement of a child in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.

TX HB4161

Relating to the procedures for providing notice to certain individuals on placement of a child in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.

TX HB3379

Relating to orders for the conservatorship of, possession of or access to, or support of a child in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.