family court; records; access; confidentiality

HB 2989 ensures both parents in custody disputes have equal, reasonable access to their child's education, health, and other records (like school, medical, or court documents) from providers or the other parent, unless a court orders otherwise. It requires parents with joint custody to agree on a single pharmacy for the child's prescriptions and penalizes non-compliance by requiring reimbursement of legal costs. The bill includes strong protections for families affected by domestic violence, stalking, or address confidentiality programs, allowing courts to restrict access, redact sensitive information (like home addresses), or mandate electronic record sharing to safeguard safety. This directly affects parents navigating custody, child welfare providers (doctors, schools), and courts handling domestic violence cases in Arizona.