2004 House Bill 5470

House Roll Call 363: Passed

To require that before a divorce is granted a married couple with children must complete a divorce effects questionnaire, and a program which includes training in the effect of divorce on children, communication skills, conflict resolution skills, and more. The requirement would not apply in cases where there is domestic abuse. The bill is part of a legislative package comprised of House Bills 5467 to 5474. Senate Bills 959 to 966 are the same bills.

63 Yeas / 44 Nays
Republican (57 Yeas / 5 Nays)
Democrat (6 Yeas / 39 Nays)
Excused or Not Voting (2)