2023 House Bill 4171

Mental health: guardians; priority of a professional guardian; modify.

A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “Mental health code,” by amending section 628 (MCL 330.1628), as amended by 1995 PA 290.

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AI Analysis – Experimental

The bill specifies that the court may appoint a suitable individual or agency, excluding the Department of Health and Human Services or any service provider to the individual, unless no other option is available. It prioritizes the appointment of certified professional guardians and requires the court to consider the individual's preference in guardianship appointments.

Introduced in the House

March 2, 2023

Introduced by Rep. Curtis VanderWall (R-102) and 9 co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Reps. Dale Zorn (R-34), Phil Green (R-67), Doug Wozniak (R-59), Veronica Paiz (D-11), David Prestin (R-108), Tom Kunse (R-100), Carrie Rheingans (D-47), Jamie Thompson (R-28) and Robert Bezotte (R-50)

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary