The latest News in Family Law by the Alabama Family Rights Association.
A Bill designed to reduce violent crimes and behavior problems in our communities, this Bill proposed by ALFRA and written by the AL Law Institute will ensure that children are no longer placed at risk by the courts or their families. Maximizing a child’s time......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 25, 2020 Huntsville, AL – The Alabama Advisory Committee on Child Support Guidelines and Enforcement is scheduled to meet, beginning on Thursday, November 5, 2020, at 10:00 am via web-video conferencing. Administrative Office of Courts press release. The purpose of the......
Acknowledgements On behalf of ALFRA Planning Committee we would like to thank the following state and city leaders for proclaiming September 28, 2020 as “Family Day” and September 27 through October 3, 2020 as “Family Week”. This is an important community and national initiative......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 25, 2020 Huntsville, AL – The Alabama Advisory Committee on Child Support Guidelines and Enforcement is scheduled to meet, beginning on Thursday, October 8, 2020, at 10:00 am via web-video conferencing. Administrative Office of Courts press release. The purpose of the......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: THE GOVERNOR AND OVER FORTY (40) ALABAMA MAYORS PROCLAIM SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 AS FAMILY DAY AND SEPTEMBER 27 THROUGH OCTOBER 3, 2020 AS FAMILY WEEK. The Alabama Family Rights Association encourages the entire state of Alabama to participate in this year’s “Family......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 4, 2020 Huntsville, AL – The Alabama Advisory Committee on Child Support Guidelines and Enforcement is scheduled to meet, beginning on Thursday, September 17, 2020, at 10:00 am via web-video conferencing. Administrative Office of Courts press release. The purpose of the......
Madison County Circuit Court: 1st to address Injustices in Family Law (View in pdf format here) Effective July 31, 2020, “Children in Madison County, Alabama are entitled to the presumption that both of their fit and loving parents will continue to be fully engaged in......
On March 5, 2020, Governor Kay Ivey of Alabama signed a proclamation declaring April 19 through April 25, 2020 as Parental Alienation Prevention Week. Breaking the silence surrounding Parental Alienation – a health crisis impacting approximately 40,000 additional Alabama children each year. Proclamation Data shows......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ALABAMA FAMILY RIGHTS ASSOCIATION wishes all mothers a “Happy Mother’s Day!” From new mom to the most seasoned grand-mother, we wish you a joyful day with your children. Unfortunately, there are mothers who are deprived of their constitutional right to be involved......
The Alabama Family Rights Association is featured in this week’s (Jan. 22, 2020) The Trussville Tribune paper. Read the article here – “Family Law Creates a Public Health Crisis. Is there a cure?” ...
Family Law Creates a Public Health Crisis. Is there a cure? The successful rearing of children is in direct correlation to the time they spend with their parents. Research tells us that when time is restricted with either biological parent, children are “at risk” to......
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: THE GOVERNOR AND ALABAMA MAYORS PROCLAIM SEPTEMBER 30, 2019 AS FAMILY DAY AND SEPTEMBER 29 THROUGH OCTOBER 5, 2019 AS FAMILY WEEK. The Alabama Family Rights Association encourages the entire state......
FREE CLE/CEU OPPORTUNITY If you are looking to fulfil CLE/CEU [Continuing Legal Education/Continuing Education Unit] requirements by the end of 2019, look no further! Per approval by the Alabama State Bar MCLE Commission of Alabama and the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners the......
A Bill designed to reduce violent crimes and behavior problems in our communities, this Bill proposed by ALFRA and written by the AL Law Institute will ensure that children are no longer placed at risk by the courts or their families. Maximizing a child’s time......
A Bill designed to reduce violent crimes and behavior problems in our communities, this Bill proposed by ALFRA and written by the AL Law Institute will ensure that children are no longer placed at risk by the courts or their families. Maximizing a child’s time......
Pro-family community, Two ways you can help during the legislative off season: Back to school, fall festivals, family friendly venues, fundraising ideas, and or host an informational meeting. Setup an informational table. We’re seeking venues to set-up an ALFRA informational booth/table? Are you aware of......
INDEPENDENCE DAY – We wish everyone a joyful Independence Day. Historically, we celebrate our independence from Great Britain. Outwardly, we acknowledge the efforts of our forefathers when they proclaimed their independence by saying “We hold these Truths to be self-evident, that all Men are created......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: THE ALABAMA FAMILY RIGHTS ASSOCIATION ASKED ALABAMA GOVERNOR KAY IVEY TO SIGN A FATHER’S DAY PROCLAMATION. On June 1, 2019, Governor Kay Ivey of Alabama signed a proclamation acknowledging June 16, 2019 as Father’s Day and encouraging all Alabamians to recognize the......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – A collaborative and orchestrated effort was successful to stall SB266 which is a bill designed to protect children from being placed at risk from receiving a vote in committee. While this may be disappointing to many, we consider this......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Alabama Family Rights Association (ALFRA) and Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ACADV) Team Up to Protect Children from Being Placed at Risk. The Children’s Equal Access Act (SB266) aims to modify child custody law that hasn’t changed in 22 years and is......
Legislative Alert: CALL NOW! Action is needed to move Senate Bill 266 out of the House Children and Senior Advocacy committee!!!! Let’s make national news by protecting 40,000 Children in Alabama. SB266 (Children’s Equal Access Act) passed the Senate (25 – 4) on May 2nd......
Legislative summary of the current status of SB 266, also known as the “Children’s Equal Access Act” I would like to extend a special thanks to the individuals that traveled to the statehouse in Montgomery on May 15, 2019. Several citizens had to stand outside......
Follow-up Action Alert: Public Hearing for SB266, Children’s Equal Access Act May 15, 2019! In room 429, on Wednesday, May 15, 2019, there will be a public hearing for SB 266 (the Children’s Equal Access Act). The bill is aiming to maximize a child’s time......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ALABAMA FAMILY RIGHTS ASSOCIATION wishes all mothers a “Happy Mother’s Day!” From new mom to the most seasoned grand-mother, we wish you a joyful day with your children. Unfortunately, there are mothers who are deprived of their constitutional right to be involved......
Action Alert: Public Hearing for SB266, Children’s Equal Access Act May 15, 2019! In room 429, on Wednesday, May 15, 2019, there will be a public hearing for SB 266 (the Children’s Equal Access Act). The bill is aiming to maximize a child’s time......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Child custody bill on path to become law could help Rebuild Alabama. The Children’s Equal Access Act (SB266) aimed to maximize a child’s time with both parents passes the Senate (25 – 4) on May 2nd and moves to the House......
A partial win for the children in Alabama. Alabama Senate Continuing the Rebuild Alabama conservation by passing SB266. The Children’s Equal Access Act (SB266), bipartisan and pro child-parent legislation passed in the Senate May 2, 2019 (25 Yea, 4 Nays) and moves to the House.......
Pro child-parent relationship legislation (SB266) was debated on the Alabama Senate floor Tuesday but was tabled to the call of the chair after being objected to by opposition with misinformation. It may be called back for a vote as early as May 2nd. Senate......
PRO-CHILD BILL (SB266) SHOULD BE DEBATED ON SENATE FLOOR ON TUESDAY, APRIL 30TH Senate Bill 266, a bipartisan bill known as the “Children’s Equal Access Act,” could be up for a floor vote in the Senate April 30, 2019. The Children’s Equal Access Act aims......
Below is a list of “Bubbles For Love” activities in the surrounding areas: Governor’s and city mayor’s proclamation signings: April 1st – April 25th The Governor and more than thirty mayors proclaims April 21-27 as Parental Alienation Prevention Week and April 25th as Parental Alienation......
The Birmingham Barons join the fight against child abuse. April, officially named Child Abuse, Prevention, and Awareness Month. Birmingham Barons is known to be champions when it comes to baseball. When it comes to our children we want to be known as champions as well.......
Legislative Update! Senate Bill 266 is on the move! Good news! Senate Bill 266, a bipartisan bill known as the “Children’s Equal Access Act,” received a favorable report by the Senate Children Youth and Human Services Committee April 17, 2019 (10 to 0 vote)......
Legislative Alert: CALL NOW! Action is needed tomorrow to move Senate Bill 266 out of committee!!!! Good news! Senate Bill 266, a bipartisan bill known as the “Children’s Equal Access Act,” was filed April 9, 2019 by Senator Larry Stutts (with 10 co-sponsors) and......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Bipartisan Legislation Creates a Uniform Starting Point for All Child Custody Cases HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Senator Larry Stutts (R-Tuscumbia) has introduced the Children’s Equal Access Act (SB 266) in the Alabama Legislature to clarify child custody laws and create a fair, uniform......
Alabama Senate Continuing the Rebuild Alabama Crusade Wonderful news! Bipartisan legislation has been introduced to protect a child’s relationships with both parents. The “Children’s Equal Access Act” has been filed as Senate Bill 266 (“SB 266”). The Children’s Equal Access Act continues the “Rebuild Alabama”......
Family Law Reform Educational Day and Rally Thursday, April 25, 2019, at 10 am to 3 pm Statehouse Montgomery, AL Join us for our Family Law Reform Educational Day and Rally on Parental Alienation Awareness “Bubbles For Love” Day! “Meet and Greet” your legislators before......
On March 27, 2019, Governor Kay Ivey of Alabama signed a proclamation declaring April 25, 2019 as Parental Alienation Awareness “Bubbles For Love” Day and April 21 through April 27, 2019 as Parental Alienation Prevention Week. This proclamation by Alabama Governor acknowledges: “Parental Alienation......
2019 Legislative Status Update The Alabama Family Rights Association (ALFRA) has been working hard since 2011, educating the general public, legal community, and legislators about the need to update the child custody law practices. Last year, the Children’s Equal Access Act passed the Senate but......
On Tuesday, March 12th, the Alabama Family Rights Association will join Gumptown Magazine hosting a Family Law Reform Informational Meeting at J.W. Beverette’s Soul Food, 1172 S Decatur St, Montgomery, Alabama 36104 The meeting is open to the public and includes a FREE workshop-discussion about......
Opportunity to sponsor one of the largest “Bubbles For Love” events in the state and across the globe. We are in our preliminary planning for possible sponsorship, proclamation signing, PSA, and how best to fill the Birmingham Barons and Montgomery Biscuit baseball stadium with Bubbles......
The Alabama Family Rights Association (ALFRA) supports the scientific studies that indicates when both parents are involved in a child’s life, the outcome is measurably improved. In 2011, ALFRA started the conversation and legislative process to update the outdated child custody laws. We appreciate Danielle......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE On Thursday, January 31st at 12:00 – 1:00 pm Central Time, join Felicia Thomas, from The Medical Place and her special guests on (102.7 FM – Montgomery). You can listen everywhere at http://bigstation.fm/. Felicia Thomas Special guests are: Jamal Thomas, Gumptown CEO......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Merry Christmas Wishes On this Christmas day, so many families come together to celebrate. But this is not possible for children (approximately 40,000 each year in Alabama) who are prevented from seeing or loving one parent due to broken family law practices......
A Review of Several Key Events in 2018 January: ALFRA facilitated the introduction of bipartisan and pro-family legislation. Bipartisan, pro-family legislation was introduced in both the Alabama Senate (10 sponsors) and House of Representatives (36 sponsors). The Children’s Equal Access Act aims to maximize a......
SUPPORT OUR FUNDRAISER OVER THE CHRISTMAS and HOLIDAY SEASON (December 1st – 31st) Purchase a Car Wash & Blue Rain Express Car Wash will donate 20% of the customer’s bill to our fundraiser! Use the cashier lane to pay and simply let the cashier know......
The Alabama Family Rights Association is featured in this week’s (Dec. 5, 2018) The Trussville Tribune paper. Read the article here – (bottom of Page 3) “It’s time for a makeover – Family Law” Families are the cornerstone of an orderly, prosperous, and free......
The ALFRA Team wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving. As we turn our hearts to Thanksgiving this week, we count you among our greatest blessings. Make a Tax Deductible Donation here. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit association. Here’s two ways to join today: http://www.alfra.org/join-alfra/ Our......
Silent No More! The Alabama Baptist State Convention of Alabama has spoken regarding the parent-child relationship! Congratulations on the passage of Resolution No 2 goes to the one million strong, Southern Baptists in Alabama, who make up the largest Christian population in the state! By......
2018 Family Day Proclamations The proclamation by Alabama Governor acknowledges: Family Day in Alabama has grown to promote the importance of family interaction and connecting with kids throughout the day/week, and to stress that children NEED both parents, and on Family Day/Week we honor the......
Alabama Family Rights Association is excited to participate in the 2018 Belk Charity Sale! The Charity Sale is a ticketed event that helps local charities. Tickets are $5 each. Proceeds from our ticket sales will go to the efforts to Preserve, Promote, and Protect children’s......
Call-To-Action during the Alabama Election Season Seeking pro-family candidates. In preparation for the Alabama General Election, we are mobilizing hundreds of advocates just like you. There are a number of ways for you to get involved as we approach the General Election on November 6th.......
On Saturday, October 27th, the Alabama Family Rights Association will join the Concerned Citizens in Jefferson Co. hosting a Family Law Reform Informational Meeting at the Hoover Public Library, 200 Municipal Drive, Hoover, Alabama 35216, Shakespeare Room. See enclosed flyer here. Please join us to......
FREE CLE/CEU OPPORTUNITY If you are looking to fulfil CLE/CEU [Continuing Legal Education/Continuing Education Unit] requirements by the end of 2018, look no further! Per approval by the Alabama State Bar MCLE Commission of Alabama and the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners the......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: THE GOVERNOR AND OVER SIXTY (60) ALABAMA MAYORS PROCLAIM SEPTEMBER 24, 2018 AS FAMILY DAY AND SEPTEMBER 23 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 29, 2018 AS FAMILY WEEK. The Alabama Family Rights Association encourages......
ACTIONS TO TAKE DURING THE ELECTION SEASON – Know your candidates stated position on protecting FAMILY VALUES As a reminder, the Alabama general election will be held on November 6, 2018. All 35 Senate seats and 105 House seats are up for election in 2018.......
The Importance of School Communication for Non-Custodial Parents Tips on “How to get and stay involved at your child’s school.” Communicating with the people at your child’s school can be challenging for any parent. But when you are given the title “non-custodial parent”, establishing a means......
Become a volunteer. Whether you have an hour a day or an hour a month, there are so many volunteer opportunities available at ALFRA. ALFRA Volunteer Opportunities Choose your interest and then select the opportunities with which you would like to participate. Please email us......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 23, 2018 Huntsville, AL – The Alabama Advisory Committee on Child Support Guidelines and Enforcement is scheduled to meet, beginning on Friday August 17, 2018, at 10:00 am at the Heflin-Torbert Judicial Building (Mezzanine Classroom), located at 300 Dexter Avenue in......
On July 16, 2018, Mayor Gary Waters of Pelham proclaimed July 22, 2018 as Parent’s Day for the City of Pelham. This is a great opportunity to further the city efforts in promoting safer communities and healthier families. In May, we celebrated mothers. In June,......
We wish everyone a joyful Independence Day. Historically, we celebrate our independence from Great Britain. Outwardly, we acknowledge the efforts of our forefathers when they proclaimed their independence by saying “We hold these Truths to be self-evident, that all Men are created equal, that they......
Children separated from parents that never crossed the borderWe have seen the images of the young children, who are scared, shocked, depressed and ripped from their parents’ arms at the US border. But there’s no mention of the approximately 40,000 children in Alabama alone, each......
There are several ways Alabamians can help make a positive change for children and families during the election season. Vote during the PRIMARY RUNOFF ELECTION – July 17th. Click here to identify your voting districts (State Senate and State House) and check your registration status.......
ALABAMA FAMILY RIGHTS ASSOCIATION wishes all fathers a “Happy Father’s Day!” From new dad to the most seasoned grand-father, we wish you a joyful day with your children. Unfortunately, there are fathers who are deprived of their constitutional right to......
June 12, 2018 THE ALABAMA FAMILY RIGHTS ASSOCIATION ASKED TUSCALOOSA MAYOR WALT MADDOX TO SIGN A HISTORIC FATHER’S DAY PROCLAMATION. Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox of Alabama signed a proclamation acknowledging June 17, 2018 as Father’s Day and encouraging all Alabamians to recognize the important role......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: THE ALABAMA FAMILY RIGHTS ASSOCIATION ASKED ALABAMA GOVERNOR KAY IVEY TO SIGN A HISTORIC FATHER’S DAY PROCLAMATION. On May 30, 2018, Governor Kay Ivey of Alabama signed a proclamation acknowledging June 17, 2018 as Father’s Day and encouraging all Alabamians to recognize......
ALFRA has been contacted by several individuals asking if we support particular candidates. As a non-political, and bipartisan organization, ALFRA values its independence and effectiveness on parent-child and family issues. We are prohibited from contributing, helping, or endorsing candidates. However, we encourage all citizens to......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ALABAMA FAMILY RIGHTS ASSOCIATION wishes all mothers a “Happy Mother’s Day!” From new mom to the most seasoned grand-mother, we wish you a joyful day with your children. Unfortunately, there are mothers who are deprived of their constitutional......
Here’s several ways Alabamians can help make a positive change for children and families during the election season? Vote during the PRIMARY ELECTION – June 5th. 1. Check your registration status and see your political districts 2. Identify the candidate in your voting districts: You......
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Saturday, April 28 at 6 PM – 9 PM Regions Field 1401 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, Alabama 35233 Get Your Discounted Tickets Today Get Your Discounted Tickets (General Admission) Today by Eventbrite Event Facebook page is here. Join the Alabama Family Rights Association (ALFRA) to......
SAVE – THE – DATE ALFRA STATE MEETING On Saturday, April 28th from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., The Alabama Family Rights Association (ALFRA) will host Statewide Meeting for members at the Hoover Public Library located at 200 Municipal Drive, Hoover, Alabama 35216 (Fitzgerald......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Huntsville, AL – The Alabama Advisory Committee on Child Support Guidelines and Enforcement scheduled meeting for Friday April 13, 2018 is postponed until later this summer. Administrative Office of Courts press release. More information will be provided to you at a later date.......
On March 21, 2018, Governor Kay Ivey of Alabama signed a proclamation declaring April 25, 2018 as Parental Alienation Awareness “Bubbles For Love” Day and April 22 through April 28, 2018 as Parental Alienation Prevention Week. This proclamation by Alabama Governor acknowledges: “Parental Alienation......
Senate Bill 211 stalled in the House Judiciary Committee Unfortunate news! The Children’s Equal Access Act (Senate Bill 211) did not receive a favorable report by the House Judiciary Committee on March 21st. In other words, SB211 is dead for the 2018 legislative session. While this......
Legislative Update: CALL NOW! Action is needed to move Senate Bill 211 out of the House Judiciary Committee. Good news! Senate Bill 211 “Children’s Equal Access Act,” is placed on the House Judiciary Committee calendar for Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 9:00 am. The Children’s......
Legislative Update: CALL NOW! Senate Bill 211 is on the move!!! The Children’s Equal Access Act (SB211), bipartisan and pro-family legislation passed in the Senate March 8, 2018 (17 Yea, 8 Nays) and moves to the House. Unfortunately a committee amendment was placed on the......
Legislative Update: CALL NOW! Senate Bill 211 is on the move!!! Yesterday, the lawmakers returned to Montgomery. Unfortunately Senate Bill 211 was not placed on the calendar for a floor vote. The next opportunity for the Children’s Equal Access Act (SB211) to come up for......
Legislative Update: CALL NOW! Senate Bill 211 is on the move!!! Senate Bill 211 was not placed on the Special Order calendar for a floor vote last week. The next opportunity for the Children’s Equal Access Act (SB211) to come up for a floor vote......
Legislative Update: CALL NOW! Senate Bill 211 is on the move!!! Yesterday, the lawmakers returned to Montgomery. Unfortunately Senate Bill 211 was not placed on the calendar for a floor vote. The next opportunity for the Children’s Equal Access Act (SB211) to come up for......
Legislative Update: CALL NOW! Senate Bill 211 is on the move!!! Good news! The Children’s Equal Access Act (Senate Bill 211) received a favorable report by the Senate Judiciary Committee February 21st (9 to 1 vote) and could be up for a floor vote in......
Legislation to Create a Uniform Starting Point for All Children in Divorce/Separation Cases HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Representative Phillip Pettus (R-Killen) has introduced the Children’s Equal Access Act (HB 431) in the Alabama Legislature to clarify Alabama law creating a fair, uniform starting point......
Action Needed to Reform Outdated Child Custody Laws Great news! Bipartisan, pro-family legislation has been introduced to protect a child’s relationships with both parents. A bill known as the “Children’s Equal Access Act” has been filed as House Bill 431 (“HB 431”). The Children’s......
Legislative Alert: CALL NOW! Action is needed today to move Senate Bill 211 out of committee!!!! Unfortunately, Senate Bill 211, a bipartisan bill known as the “Children’s Equal Access Act,” was not heard during the Senate Judiciary Committee meeting as expected due to time restraints.......
Legislative Alert: CALL NOW! Action is needed today to move Senate Bill 211 out of committee!!! Good news! Senate Bill 211, a bipartisan bill known as the “Children’s Equal Access Act,” was filed January 23, 2018 by Senator Larry Stutts (with 9 co-sponsors) and placed......
On February 8, 2018, the Alabama Family Rights Association (ALFRA) held the second Family Law Reform Educational Day and Rally in Montgomery, AL. The event was a great success and was made possible by the Senator Larry Stutts (SB211 sponsor), co-sponsors of SB211, Representative Mike......
Legislation to Create a Uniform Starting Point for All Child Custody Cases HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Senator Larry Stutts (R-Tuscumbia) has introduced the Children’s Equal Access Act (SB 211) in the Alabama Legislature to clarify child custody law and create a fair, uniform starting point......
Family Law Reform Educational Day and Rally Thursday, February 8, 2018, at 10 am to 3 pm Statehouse Montgomery, AL Join us for our Family Law Reform Educational Day and Rally! “Meet and Greet” your legislators before and after the 12 pm to 1......
Action Needed to Reform Outdated Child Custody Laws Great news! Bipartisan, pro-family legislation has been introduced to protect a child’s relationships with both parents. A bill known as the “Children’s Equal Access Act” has been filed as Senate Bill 211 (“SB 211”). The Children’s Equal......
Merry Christmas Wishes Many families in Alabama come together to peacefully and joyfully celebrate Christmas. Unfortunately, this is not possible for almost 40,000 children in our state who are caught in our broken divorce system or dealing with parental alienation. While our state receives federal......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: On Tuesday, December 5th, the Alabama Family Rights Association will join the Concerned Citizens in Lauderdale Co. hosting a Family Law Reform Informational Meeting at the Florence-Lauderdale Public Library, 350 N Wood Ave, Florence, Alabama 35660, Board Room. See enclosed flyer here.......
“Parents are the ultimate role models for children. Every word, movement and action has an effect… “ There is strength in numbers. Find out more here....
The proclamation by Alabama Governor acknowledges: Family Day in Alabama has grown to promote the importance of family interaction and connecting with kids throughout the day/week, and to stress that children NEED both parents, and on Family Day/Week we honor the devotion of parents and......
You’re invited to attend the upcoming CLE/CEU- Scientific Data and Trends Affecting Family law The Alabama State Bar MCLE Commission of Alabama and the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners have approved the “Scientific Data and Trends Affecting Family Law” event in Pelham, AL......
Imagine if Alabamians came together and agreed to make a concerted effort to contact their lawmakers to change the existing child custody law practices. Although it’s football season, (September through December) your State Senators and Representatives will be home in their districts and they want......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: On August 10, 2017, Governor Kay Ivey of Alabama signed a proclamation declaring September 25, 2017 as Family Day and September 24 through September 30, 2017 as Family Week. Kenneth Paschal, Alabama Family Rights Association and Supporters were present for the event. This......
Across the nation, many American’s honored the birth of our nation by taking a day off. Members of the Alabama Family Rights Association, however, did not. They continued to fight for every child’s right to spend time with and freely love both their estranged parents.......
Kids, divorce, and school success – How to keep the focus on the kids, and leave parents’ egos aside to help kids achieve success in school? Here’s a presentation to help. This valuable resource is available free to non-custodial parents, school counselors and other educational......
The data is irrefutable; children do best when they can give and receive love from two parents. 10 Surprising Findings on Shared Parenting After Divorce or Separation 54 studies that compared children’s outcomes in shared and sole physical custody families independent of family income and......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ALABAMA FAMILY RIGHTS ASSOCIATION wishes all fathers a “Happy Father’s Day!” From new dad to the most seasoned grand-father, we wish you a joyful day with your children. Unfortunately, there are fathers who are deprived of their constitutional right to be involved......
You can listen to the Alabama Family Rights Association on Blog Talk Radio today at 11 am Central Time. Click here to listen. We will give an Legislative Update on our efforts to change the child custody law practices and share how you can help.......
ALFRA STATE MEETING August 12th from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Hoover Public Library, at 200 Municipal Drive, Hoover, Alabama 35216 (Shakespeare Room). RSVP to info@alfra.org. Input “Attending State Meeting” in the subject line so that we will have you on the guest list.......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: (l-r) Kenneth Paschal, father and State President Alabama Family Rights Association, Retired U.S. First Sergeant; Krystle Nicole, mother and Ms Ultimate all World Beauties US 2016-2017; Governor Kay Ivey; Karen Jones, aunt and Whom It Concerns, Inc., CEO & Founder; and Dr. Tim Martin, father......
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: The Alabama Legislature adjourned sine die on Friday night, May 19, 2017. HB 239 authored by several attorneys was defeated. The Alabama Family Rights Association (ALFRA), ALFRA Equal Custody Advisory committee, and hundreds of others worked hard to defeat HB 239. HB......
Saturday, August 12, 2017 ALFRA annual state meeting and workshop for members Download flyer here. Hoover Public Library 200 Municipal Drive Hoover, Alabama 35216 (Shakespeare Room) More information to follow! Make sure to Join or Renew Your ALFRA Membership to attend this great “Meeting of......
ONLY 3 MORE LEGISLATIVE DAYS LEFT. We need to stop HB239 from passing. House Bill 239 is a custody bill that fails to promote equal access for children to both parents and does not rely upon evidence based research. As written, HB239 does not......
ONLY 4 MORE LEGISLATIVE DAYS LEFT. Tuesday will probably be filled with budget bills. Wednesday will probably be filled with the autism bill. By Thursday the only bills heard in the Senate will be House bills due to the end of the session approaching. ......
Only 4 more legislative days left. Tuesday will probably be filled with budget bills. Wednesday will probably be filled with the autism bill. Hopefully, Thursday will be the day The Children Equal Access Act comes up for a vote. We’re asking that you, once......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ALABAMA FAMILY RIGHTS ASSOCIATION wishes all mothers a “Happy Mother’s Day!” From new mom to the most seasoned grand-mother, we wish you a joyful day with your children. Unfortunately, there are mothers who are deprived of their constitutional right to be involved......
SB186 has not yet been voted on. Until the bill is voted on we need you to contact your State Senator every day. Then contact as many additional State Senators as possible asking them to VOTE YES for SB186! The next opportunity for The Children......
SB186 has not yet been voted on. Until the bill is voted on we need you to contact your State Senator every day. Then contact as many additional State Senators as possible asking them to VOTE YES for SB186! The next opportunity for The Children......
SB186 has not yet been voted on. Until the bill is voted on we need you to contact your State Senator every day. Then contact as many additional State Senators as possible asking them to VOTE YES for SB186! The next opportunity for The Children......
SB186 has not yet been voted on. Until the bill is voted on we need you to contact your State Senator every day. Then contact as many additional State Senators as possible asking them to VOTE YES for SB186! The next opportunity for The Children......
SB186 has not yet been voted on. Until the bill is voted on we need you to contact your State Senator every day. Then contact as many additional State Senators as possible asking them to VOTE YES for SB186! The next opportunity for The......
April 17th – Legislative Update SB186 – Last week was the first week for the State new Governor which triggered a readjustment and slowed legislative process in the Senate. We are anticipating a productive week for Senator Larry Stutts’ Child Custody Bill!!! The......
Pelham Goes BLUE for the month of April Blue Lights & Pinwheel Border View photo here. For the entire month of April, blue spotlights will be seen illuminating Pelham City Hall. Pelham will be going BLUE the entire month of April, in honor of......
SB186 – Senator Larry Stutts’ Child Custody Bill on the Move!!! Yesterday, the lawmakers returned to Montgomery after a two-week Spring Break. Unfortunately due to an extended debate on the Education Budget Senate Bill 186 (SB 186) was not placed on the calendar for a floor......
SB186, Child Custody Bill on the Move!!! Tuesday, lawmakers will return back to Montgomery after a two-week Spring Break, and The Children Equal Access Act (SB186) will be one of the many items lawmakers will be discussing! When it comes to our children, we can’t......
SB186, Child Custody Bill on the Move!!! Lawmakers are home on their two-week spring break, until April 4th. There is no better time than now to visit with them, call them, email them – and let them know to VOTE YES for SB186! Click here......
SAVE the DATE and JOIN ALFRA ALFRA annual state meeting and workshop for members April 8, 2017 Hoover Public Library 200 Municipal Drive, Hoover, Alabama 35216 (Fitzgerald Room). More information to follow! Make sure to Join or Renew Your ALFRA Membership to attend this great......
Child Custody Bills on the Move – one good bill and two bad bills!!! While lawmakers are home on their two-week spring break, there is no better time than now to visit with them, call them, email them – and let them know to VOTE YES......
We would ask individuals to take a moment to call or email Senate members. Let them know that you appreciate the Senate Judiciary Committee for passing SB 186 out of the committee. Then ask Senate members to for vote “YES” on SB 186. Below......
House Bill 239 (HB 239) is up for a floor vote in the House of Representatives March 15, 2017; 2:30 pm. Call and or email your legislators today and ask them to vote “NO” on HB 239, unless the amendments are adopted. Remember to attach......
The Senate Judiciary Committee is scheduled to consider SB186 (Children’s Equal Access Act) for a vote Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at 12:00 pm. There is also a public hearing for SB191 at 12-noon (Please attend to be a silent witness). We would ask individuals to......
On March 8, 2017, the Alabama Family Rights Association (ALFRA) held the first Family Law Reform Educational Day and Rally in Montgomery, AL. The rally was a great success and was made possible by the Isaak Law Firm, Burdick Law Firm, volunteers and dedicated supporters.......
House Bill 239 (HB 239) is up for a floor vote in the House of Representatives VERY soon. We need EVERYONE to call and or email their elected official in the House of Representatives TODAY. House Bill 239 (HB 239) is a custody bill......
Family Law Reform Educational Day and Rally Wednesday, March 8, 2017, at 10 am to 3 pm Statehouse Montgomery, AL Alabama Family Rights Association is sponsoring a Family Law Reform Educational Day & Rally at the State House ( 11 S Union St, Montgomery,......
The Senate Judiciary Committee did not vote on SB186 March 1, 2017 but a vote is expected next week and could occur as early as Tuesday, March 7th. Please contact the Senate Judiciary Committee members, and ask them to vote “YES” on SB 186. ......
Legislative summary of the current status of SB 186, also known as the “Children’s Equal Access Act” I would like to extend a special thanks to the individuals that traveled to the statehouse in Montgomery on March 1, 2017. The select individuals testified before......
Listen to Dan Morris and his special guest: the Alabama Family Rights Association (ALFRA) State President and U.S. Army Retired First Sergeant Kenneth Paschal, and Family Law attorney Melissa Isaak. [Discussing SB186, Children’s Equal Access Act] Special guest call-in: Senator Stutts, sponsor of SB186. —————————————————————————————————————————-......
Child custody bill, HB 239 placed on the House Judiciary Committee calendar HB 239 was placed on the House Judiciary Committee calendar for Wednesday, March 1, 2017. This bill was written by attorneys of the Alabama Law Institute, Family Law Committee. Even though HB 239......
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Legislative Alert: CALL NOW! Action is needed today to move Senate Bill 186 out of committee!!!! Child custody bill, SB 186 placed on the Senate Judiciary Committee calendar A bipartisan bill known as the “Children’s Equal Access Act,” SB 186 was filed February 14, 2017......
Equal Shared Parenting Works – Support the Children’s Equal Access Act. “Real love is doing what is BEST for your children and not what is always EASIEST.” ...
Child custody bill, SB 186 placed in the Senate Judiciary Committee A bipartisan bill known as the “Children’s Equal Access Act,” SB 186 was filed February 14, 2017 and placed in the Senate Judiciary Committee. This bill will create an equal starting points in......
Great news! Bipartisanship legislation introduced to protect children’s relationships with both parents. A bill known as the “Children’s Equal Access Act” has been filed as Senate Bill 186 (“SB 186”). In general terms, what does SB 186 do? The Children’s Equal Access Act (SB......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: PUBLIC INFORMATIONAL MEETING – Family Law Reform The Alabama Family Rights Association (ALFRA) will host a family law reform informational meeting on Thursday, February 16, 2017, at 6:00 p.m. at the Hoover Public Library located at 200 Municipal Drive, Hoover, Alabama 35216......
Family Law Reform Educational Day and Rally Wednesday, March 8, 2017, at 10 am to 3 pm Statehouse Montgomery, AL View PDF of announcement here. Join us for our Family Law Reform Educational Day and Rally! “Meet and Greet” your legislators before and after the......
Now is the time to communicate your concerns to your legislators. The Alabama legislative session starts February 7, 2017. We have high expectations for this legislative session because many legislators in Alabama are now asking for input from their Constituents. Annually, approximately 40,000 children of......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: PUBLIC INFORMATIONAL MEETING – Family Law Reform The Alabama Family Rights Association (ALFRA) will host a family law reform informational meeting on Thursday, January 19, 2017, at 6:00 p.m. at the Hoover Public Library located at 200 Municipal Drive, Hoover, Alabama 35216......
Statistic after statistic, study after study – the conclusion remains: The health and well-being of our children are at risk, and our own family courts are largely to blame. Read more – here...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: PUBLIC INFORMATIONAL MEETING – Family Law Reform The Alabama Family Rights Association (ALFRA) will host a family law reform informational meeting on Thursday, December 8, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. at the Hoover Public Library located at 200 Municipal Drive, Hoover, Alabama 35216......
Each year, approximately 40,000 Alabama’s children are separated from one of their parents by family and domestic relations court orders that strip these children of time with one of their fit parents (usually Fathers) down to only one to six days a month. Download State......
Citizens of Madison and Limestone counties You are invited to join mothers, fathers, children, extended families and friends who have experienced the tragedy of child custody orders that harm children, parents and society. Your Legislators will be available to hear your concerns and answer questions.......
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:PUBLIC INFORMATIONAL MEETING – Family Law Reform ALFRA Members shall be notified via Big Tent (for those that have chosen to place their data there) and the ALFRA Webs site home page that ALFRA Board nominations will be accepted starting midnight, November 22nd,......
Due a conflict with another CLE, the ALFRA Sponsored CLE/CEU: Research and Trends Affecting Family Law first scheduled for Friday, November 13, 2015, has been rescheduled on Friday, January 15, 2016. M2C!...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE On Monday, February 2nd at 10:00 – 11:00 am Central Time, join Representative Dan Williams and his special guests on WKAC1080.COM.Dan Williams Special guests are: • Kenneth Paschal, the Alabama Family Rights Association (ALFRA) Director of Government Affairs and U.S. Army retired......
By Paige Townley – Griesdorn’s story is like so many other children who have experienced divorce. Approximately 40,000 children in Alabama are subjected to child custody determination annually. In fact, the state currently ranks fourth in the country regarding number of divorces, yet 44th regarding......