Permits court to order counseling for children in households with domestic violence in appropriate cases; establishes presumption of award of custody to domestic violence victim in appropriate cases.

This bill would require courts to order counseling for children who have witnessed or experienced domestic violence in their household when appropriate. It establishes a legal presumption that custody of children should be awarded to the non-abusive parent upon entry of a final restraining order in domestic violence cases. The bill permits courts to order the abusive parent to pay for the child's counseling services and requires documentation of payment. It also mandates that victim and child whereabouts be kept confidential in subsequent child support proceedings. The bill aims to provide additional protections for children affected by domestic violence while prioritizing the safety of domestic violence victims.