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On March 4, 2026, Oregon family law saw significant updates and changes that aim to better support families in the state. The new reforms, which were enacted by the Oregon State Legislature, address various issues related to divorce, child custody, and child support to ensure that families receive the support and protection they need.One of the key changes to Oregon family law is the introduction of a presumption of equally shared parenting time in cases involving child custody. Under the new law, judges will now start with the assumption that both parents should have equal parenting time unless there is evidence that one parent is unfit or unable to care for the child. This shift towards shared parenting is intended to promote the best interests of the child and foster stronger relationships between children and both parents.Additionally, the new reforms also address the issue of child support payments. Oregon has adopted a new child support formula that takes into account both parents' incomes, the number of children involved, and the amount of time each parent spends with the child. The goal is to ensure that child support payments are fair and reflect the financial responsibilities of both parents.Another significant change in Oregon family law is the adoption of a streamlined divorce process. The new law aims to make the divorce process more efficient and less adversarial by encouraging couples to resolve their disputes through mediation or other alternative dispute resolution methods. This approach is expected to reduce the emotional and financial burden of divorce proceedings on families.Overall, the updates to Oregon family law are designed to modernize the system and better serve the needs of families in the state. By promoting shared parenting, fair child support payments, and a more collaborative approach to divorce, the reforms seek to create a more supportive and equitable family law system in Oregon.