2024 House Bill 6271

Probate: guardians and conservators; provision for supported decision-making agreements; create.

A bill to amend 1998 PA 386, entitled “Estates and protected individuals code,” by amending section 5303 (MCL 700.5303), as amended by 2024 PA 1.

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The bill amends Michigan's Estates and Protected Individuals Code to include supportive decision-making as an alternative to full guardianship, requiring detailed petitions and court-provided information on alternatives before filing.

Introduced in the House

Dec. 10, 2024

Introduced by Rep. Stephanie Young (D-16) and 10 co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Reps. Sharon MacDonell (D-56), Carrie Rheingans (D-47), Felicia Brabec (D-33), Julie Brixie (D-73), Betsy Coffia (D-103), Veronica Paiz (D-11), Kara Hope (D-74), Jenn Hill (D-109), Doug Wozniak (R-59) and Kelly Breen (D-21)

Referred to the Committee on Families, Children and Seniors