HB3437Introduced in the House
MARRIAGE-DISSOLUTION ACT
Introduced by Joyce Mason, District 61
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Amends the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act. Requires a court, when appointing a guardian ad litem to represent a child, shall make efforts to appoint a guardian ad litem who has received evidence-based education and training relating to family violence. Includes additional factors for the court to consider when determining the allocation of parenting time. Provides criteria for the court to consider in restricting parental responsibilities that are necessary to protect a child's physical, mental, moral, or emotional well-being. Allows the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts to develop and implement an ongoing education and training program for judges and relevant court personnel regarding child abuse. Makes other changes. Amends the Domestic Violence Act of 1986. Restricts a court from sealing a court file related to a domestic violence order of protection. Provides that the amendatory Act may be referred to as Kayden's Law.
Where it stands
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Maura Hirschauer
March 3, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
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Bill history
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Joyce Mason
First Reading
Referred to Rules Committee
Assigned to Judiciary - Civil Committee
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Maura Hirschauer
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