NY S07807

Replaces the term "visitation" with "parenting time" throughout the Domestic Relations Law and Family Court Act to reflect that a parent's time with a child constitutes actual parenting rather than mere visiting.

Defines "visitation" as time spent with a child by non-parents (grandparents, siblings, step-parents) pursuant to court order, while "parenting time" refers to time a parent spends with their child under court order.

Updates terminology in all provisions related to custody determinations, child custody proceedings, enforcement of orders, modification of orders, and protection orders to use "parenting time" instead of "visitation" when referring to parents.

Applies the terminology change across multiple statutory sections including those addressing domestic relations, family court jurisdiction, military service custody modifications, and child abuse report admissibility in custody proceedings.

Takes effect immediately upon enactment, with provisions addressing the expiration and reversion of section 439 of the Family Court Act subject to existing sunset dates.