Legislation in Missouri that would prioritize grandparents in child placement decisions is advancing after unanimous approval in the House. House Bill 2505, sponsored by State Rep. David Dolan, aims to recognize the significant role grandparents play in raising children. The bill adds language giving priority to grandparents in custody placements without limiting judges’ options. Dolan emphasized that grandparents who are already caring for children should be considered first in custody decisions. The bipartisan-supported bill is now being considered in the Missouri Senate.