HB1006 Summary: Parent-Child Intrastate Relocation Act

• Creates the "Parent-Child Intrastate Relocation Act" as a new subchapter of Arkansas Code Title 9, Chapter 13, establishing procedures for relocating custodial parents to change a child's principal residence within Arkansas

• Requires relocating custodial parents to file a petition with the court when moving a child more than 75 miles from the current principal place of residence

• Petition must include the new address, telephone number, school information, intended move date, reasons for relocation, and a revised custody/visitation schedule if applicable, with option to request sealing of sensitive information

• Nonrelocating parents with joint custody or visitation rights have 30 days to file a written objection after receiving notice; incarcerated nonrelocating parents have 60 days to object

• Court may grant the petition if proper notice is given and the nonrelocating parent does not object within the required timeframe, with the court considering all relevant factors and the child's best interest