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Committee backs bill limiting guardians ad litem to investigative role
House Committee (session) · March 4, 2026
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Summary
The committee voted to advance HB 16 43 to require guardians ad litem (GALs) act as investigative arms of the court rather than making recommendations; members urged further work on training, oversight and complaint processes.
Representative Rice, a sponsor, told the committee HB 16 43 should be simple: GALs are an investigative arm of the bench and "they do not need to be making recommendations," leaving judges to read reports and reach their own conclusions.
Supporters and skeptics agreed GALs need better oversight. Representative…
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