Family Law - Incapacitated or Protected Persons - Petition for Visitation

HB 134 establishes a legal process for family members to seek court-ordered visitation with adults who are legally deemed incapacitated or under a protective arrangement (e.g., in nursing homes or hospitals). It creates a rebuttable presumption that visitation is in the best interest of the person for specific relatives - such as spouses, adult children, parents, or adult siblings - unless proven otherwise. The bill requires petitioners to prove they qualify as an "interested party," provide evidence of unreasonable denial of visitation, and agree to court-imposed conditions like background checks. Courts may deny or restrict visitation if clear evidence shows it would harm the person’s well-being, involve abuse, or conflict with medical recommendations.