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HB 1082OKLAHOMASession 2026State Billpassed both

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Oklahoma creates rebuttable presumption of joint child custody and establishes new standards for domestic abuse and unfitness in family court

Original title: Marriage and family; child custody agreements; terminating agreements; effective date.

Last action · May 11, 2026: Coauthored by Representative LawsonSponsors: Mark Lawson and 37 others

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What This Bill Would Do

Legislation establishes a rebuttable presumption that , joint physical custody, and shared parenting time are in the best interest of a child, effective July 1, 2027. The measure sets forth requirements for joint custody plans, authorizes courts to appoint arbitrators or guardians ad litem under specified conditions, and outlines statutory disqualifications and presumptions of parental unfitness based on domestic abuse, substance dependency, or criminal history.

Why it matters

Parents navigating divorce, legal separation, or child custody proceedings in family court will be subject to a legal presumption favoring joint custody unless rebutted by a or involving specific safety factors or statutory disqualifications.

Who It Would Affect

Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Parents

Parents involved in custody disputes are subject to a rebuttable presumption of joint custody and must submit detailed parenting plans and affidavits.

Directly affected

Minor Children

Children subject to custody and guardianship proceedings experience court determinations guided by statutory standards prioritizing joint custody and safety considerations.

Directly affected

Department of Human Services

The Department serves as a necessary party for the adjudication of state debt, paternity, child support, and medical insurance when public assistance has been provided.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the new legal presumption regarding child custody under this measure?

There is a rebuttable presumption by a that , joint physical custody, and shared parenting time are in the best interest of the child.

What must be included in a joint custody plan submitted to the court?

Plans must detail physical living arrangements, child support obligations, medical and dental care, child care, school placement, visitation rights, and include an signed affidavit from each parent agreeing to abide by the terms.

How are disputes over joint custody plan interpretations handled?

The court may appoint a disinterested arbitrator who is knowledgeable in domestic relations law, child well-being, and family counseling, whose determination is final and binding until further court order.

What happens if a parent is forced to relocate due to domestic violence?

If a parent is absent or relocates as a result of an act of domestic violence by the other parent, that absence or relocation shall not be a factor that weighs against the parent in custody or visitation determinations.

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Procedural history

54 actions

May 11, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Representative Lawson
May 6, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Kirt
May 5, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Nice
May 5, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Burns
May 5, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Alvord
May 5, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Guthrie

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May 5, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Gollihare
May 5, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Stanley
May 5, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Gillespie
May 5, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Goodwin
May 5, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Seifried
May 5, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Weaver
May 5, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Dossett
May 5, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Mann
May 5, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Boren
May 5, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Coleman
May 5, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Jett
May 5, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Woods
May 4, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Pederson
May 4, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Haste
May 4, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Jech
May 4, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Bergstrom
May 4, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Hines
May 4, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Kern
Apr 30, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Reinhardt
Apr 29, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Sacchieri
Apr 16, 2026Senate
Placed on General Order
Apr 15, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Murdock
Apr 14, 2026SenateFloor
Reported Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Judiciary committee; CR filed
Apr 13, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Hamilton
Apr 9, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Standridge
Apr 9, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Deevers
Apr 7, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Logan
Apr 7, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Grellner
Apr 7, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Bullard
Apr 1, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator McIntosh
Apr 1, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Stewart
Feb 10, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Prieto
Feb 10, 2026Senate
Remove as author Senator Prieto; authored by Senator Wingard
Feb 2, 2026Senate
Coauthored by Senator Frix
Apr 1, 2025SenateCommittee
Second Reading referred to Judiciary
Mar 25, 2025SenateIntroduced
First Reading
Mar 25, 2025House
Engrossed, signed, to Senate
Mar 24, 2025HouseCommittee
Referred for engrossment
Mar 24, 2025HouseFloor
Third Reading, Measure passed: Ayes: 92 Nays: 1
Mar 24, 2025House
Coauthored by Representative(s) Woolley
Mar 24, 2025House
General Order
Mar 6, 2025House
Authored by Senator Prieto (principal Senate author)
Mar 6, 2025HouseFloor
CR; Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight Committee
Feb 24, 2025HouseFloor
Policy recommendation to the Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight committee; Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Civil Judiciary
Feb 4, 2025HouseCommittee
Referred to Civil Judiciary
Feb 4, 2025HouseCommittee
Second Reading referred to Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight
Feb 3, 2025House
Authored by Representative Tedford
Feb 3, 2025HouseIntroduced
First Reading

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