DISSOL-STEPPARENT CUSTOD VISIT

Amends the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act. Provides for stepparent custody when the circumstances warrant custody; the circumstances to consider include: the parent's physical and mental health, abilities, and location; the child's living and care arrangements; the stepparent's role concerning care, control, and provision for the child's welfare; the child's age; the length of the marriage between the parent and the stepparent; the child's wishes; and the child's best interests. Provides for stepparent visitation when the circumstances warrant visitation; the circumstances to consider include: the parent's physical and mental condition, abilities, and location; the child's previous residency with the stepparent; the child's wishes; the child's age; the stepparent's role concerning care, control, and provision for the child's welfare; and the best interests of the child.