ID S1371

Extended absence of a parent due to active duty in or deployment with the United States armed forces shall not by itself constitute neglect, abuse, abandonment, or failure to provide a stable home environment.

Temporary guardianships created at the request of a parent on active duty or deployed with the United States armed forces are exempt from the best interests standard normally applied in guardian appointment determinations.

Temporary guardianships granted due to military duty or deployment shall be terminated immediately upon conclusion of the original circumstances necessitating the guardianship or upon filing of a termination report by the parent indicating intent to resume care, custody, and control of the minor.

Act takes effect immediately upon passage and approval as an emergency measure.