HB5176 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

FAMILY LAW-USE OF DEFINTIONS
Last Action
2/10/2026 - House: Referred to Rules Committee
House Sponsors
Rep. Anne Stava
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
New Act  
Synopsis As Introduced
Creates the Family Law Definitions Act. Defines and requires the use of the terms "high conflict", "parental alienation", and "safe parent" in family law cases. Provides that no alternative similar terms may be used or invented if their use or interpretation has the purpose or effect of evading compliance with these definitions. Provides that failure by a court to apply these definitions, if applicable, is reversible legal error and is cause for an appeal.
Actions
DateChamberAction
2/05/2026HouseFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Anne Stava
2/10/2026HouseFirst Reading
2/10/2026HouseReferred to Rules Committee