CHILD CUSTODY – Amends existing law to provide restrictions for court-appointed professionals.

This bill establishes new requirements for parenting coordinators appointed by Idaho courts in child custody cases. It mandates that these professionals undergo comprehensive criminal background checks before appointment and maintain records of all checks with the state supreme court. The legislation clarifies that parenting coordinators serve only in an advisory capacity, with final custody decisions remaining the court's responsibility, and requires their reports to be disclosed to both parents with the coordinator available for cross-examination. Additionally, the bill sets a minimum reporting schedule requiring status updates at least every six months and allows courts to allocate fees between the parties involved.