The Connecticut Judiciary Committee is considering a bill establishing the presumption of shared parenting. The bill will encourage parents to stay focused on their children in custody disputes. Children can maintain good relationships with both parents if the courts operate with a strong presumption that equal access, time and decision making authority unless a parent is proven unfit. Court costs are reduced because parents seek mediation when they know that the court favors equal involvement.
Call the leaders of the Judiciary Committee telling them that you want this bill and related bills (HB6626 and HB6638) voted out of the Committee for hearings. This is a basic democratic principle. The public can’t be heard unless they hold hearings. Be sure to talk personally to their legislative aids and call Rep Joe Aresimowicz, Speaker of the House:
| CT Judiciary Committee and House Speaker 2017 | |||
| Speaker | Joe Aresimowica | D | 860-240-8500, ask for Aide |
| Co-Chair | Sen Doyle, Paul R. | D | 860-240-0475, Aide: David Seifel |
| Co-Chair | Sen. Kissel, John A. | R | (800) 842-1421, Aide: Kate McAvoy |
| Co-Chair | Rep. Tong, William | D | (860) 240-8585, Aide: Adam Sciviano |
| Vice Chair | Sen. Winfield, Gary A. | D | (860) 240-8585, ask for aide |
| Vice Chair | Sen. McLachlan, Michael A. | R | (800) 842-1421, Aide: Amanda Zavagnin |
| Vice Chair | Rep. Stafstrom, Steven | D | (860) 240-8585, ask for aide |
| Ranking Member | Rep. Rebimbas, Rosa C. | R | (860) 240-8700, ask for aide |
IMPORTANT: Send letters to each person, especially Democratic Leadership: Legislative Office Building, Hartford, CT 06106-1591
For the full text of HB6645: https://www.cga.ct.gov/2017/TOB/h/2017HB-06645-R00-HB.htm