MN HF2942

Requires parenting plans to include virtual parenting time provisions if necessary equipment is reasonably available, using communication tools such as telephone, email, video conferencing, or other Internet-based technologies.

Defines virtual parenting time as reasonable and uncensored communication during reasonable hours that may only supplement, not replace, in-person parenting time with a child.

Allows courts to decide whether virtual parenting time equipment is reasonably available when parents disagree, considering the child's best interests, each parent's ability to afford additional expenses, and other material factors.

Permits parents to modify parenting plans by agreement to add virtual parenting time provisions, with modifications requiring court order confirmation to be enforceable.

Requires parenting time orders in dissolution and legal separation proceedings to include virtual parenting time at reasonable hours and duration unless parenting time is restricted, denied, or reserved.