Study on child custody and parenting time cases in the judicial system funding provided, report required, and money appropriated.

This bill allocates $25,000 from the state's general fund to the Minnesota Supreme Court to hire the National Parents Organization for a study on child custody and parenting time cases. The study will review court files from family law matters involving divorce, custody, parenting time, and paternity to analyze outcomes for children. By December 31, 2026, the organization must submit a report detailing its findings and offering legislative suggestions to improve family outcomes. The funds are designated as a one-time appropriation specifically for this research project.