MI HB5212

Creates a presumption that equal or approximately equal parenting time between both parents serves the best interests of the child in custody disputes, unless contrary evidence is established based on the 12 best interest factors

Requires courts to provide a formal notice to all parties in paternity, custody, divorce, or support actions informing them of their right to joint custody and equal parenting time

Redefines "joint custody" to specify that the child resides for "equal or approximately equal" periods with each parent, replacing the previous language of "alternately for specific periods"

Maintains that joint custody does not eliminate child support responsibility, with each parent responsible based on the child's needs and actual parental resources

Conditions the bill's effectiveness on the enactment of companion legislation House Bill 5211 and House Bill 5213 from the 103rd Legislature