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The Equal Parenting Wave Is Here. Judges Should Pay Attention.
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April 11, 2026
A significant shift in American family law is underway, with states like Mississippi, South Carolina, and California advancing equal parenting legislation. This movement proposes 50-50 custody as the default, challenging outdated norms. Advocates argue…
Mississippi Is Four Days Away from Rewriting Custody Law. Here’s What’s at Stake.
April 9, 2026
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves must decide by April 13 whether to sign House Bill 1662, which mandates joint custody as a starting point for custody cases. If signed, it would reshape family court procedures, promoting equal parenting and requiring…