In an effort to prioritize the best interests of the children involved in divorce and custody cases, Illinois lawmakers have introduced a series of reforms to the state's family law system.One of the key changes proposed is the implementation of mandatory parenting classes for all divorcing couples with children. These classes would focus on co-parenting strategies, communication skills, and the emotional impact of divorce on children. By requiring parents to participate in these classes, legislators hope to reduce conflict and provide children with a more stable and supportive environment during and after the divorce process.Additionally, the reforms aim to streamline the court process for determining child custody arrangements. Under the proposed changes, judges would be required to consider a child's relationship with each parent, the child's preferences (if they are old enough to express them), and any history of abuse or neglect when making custody decisions. This shift towards a more child-focused approach is seen as a positive step towards ensuring that children's needs are prioritized in custody proceedings.Another significant change involves updating Illinois' child support guidelines to more accurately reflect the financial realities faced by modern families. The reforms include provisions for adjusting child support payments based on shared parenting time, as well as ensuring that support orders are regularly reviewed and updated to reflect changes in income or financial circumstances.Advocates for the reforms praise the efforts to modernize Illinois' family law system and provide children with the support and stability they need during divorce and custody proceedings. They hope that these changes will help reduce conflict, improve outcomes for children, and ultimately create a more equitable and child-focused family law system in the state.The proposed reforms are currently making their way through the Illinois legislature, with supporters hopeful that they will be enacted into law in the near future.