Relating to remote location testimony.

Changed notice requirements from a fixed 30-day rule to a flexible standard based on whether notice is given sufficiently in advance to allow proper challenge of factors.

Added new factor requiring courts to consider whether reliable facilities and technology are available to all parties and the witness.

Added new factor requiring courts to consider whether personal appearance is needed due to safety or welfare threats to the party or witness.

Added requirement for courts to consider the expedited nature of certain proceedings when determining if notice is sufficient.

Added exception stating that motions are not required for ex parte hearings held by telephone under specific statutes.

Removed bracketed text about 30-day notice minimum that was previously in the law, replacing it with the more flexible 'sufficiently in advance' language.