AR HB1114

Creates the Parent-Child Intrastate Relocation Act as a new subchapter in Arkansas Code Title 9, Chapter 13, establishing procedures for custodial parents seeking to relocate children within the state.

Requires custodial parents to file a petition when relocating a child more than 75 miles from the current principal place of residence, with detailed information including new address, telephone number, school information, relocation date, and reasons for the move.

Mandates the relocating custodial parent provide written notice to the nonrelocating parent with a 30-day objection period (60 days if the nonrelocating parent is incarcerated), with the petition granted if no formal written objection is filed.

Places the initial burden on the relocating custodial parent to prove by preponderance of the evidence that the relocation is in the child's best interest; if met, the nonrelocating parent must then prove it is not in the child's best interest.

Applies only to cases involving joint custody or noncustodial parent visitation rights and only to intrastate relocations, allowing courts to consider all relevant factors when determining the child's best interest.