Supporters tell committee that supported decision‑making law would expand options to guardianship House Bill 26 09 would create a statutory framework for supported decision‑making agreements, allowing adults to name supporters, setting duties and fiduciary limits, and providing third‑party recognition and penalties for misuse; disability advocates and clinicians urged passage as a less‑restrictive alternative to guardianship.

Kansas is on the verge of empowering adults with a groundbreaking Supported Decision Making Agreements Act that could transform guardianship options forever!

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#KS #PatientSafety #CitizenPortal #SupportedDecisionMaking #GuardianshipReform #KansasDisability

Panel advances broad PCS on aging, guardianship and long‑term care A committee substitute for House Bill 1121 would create a statewide pre‑enrollment wait list for long‑term care, strengthen oversight of Area Agencies on Aging, expand guardianship enforcement powers and require unredacted guardianship records to be submitted to legislative leaders by Aug. 1, 2026; the subcommittee reported the PCS favorably.

Florida's House Bill 1121 is set to revolutionize long-term care and guardianship oversight, introducing a statewide waitlist and new enforcement powers!

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#FL #CitizenPortal #ElderlyCare #GuardianshipReform #HealthCareOversight

Subcommittee clears PCS for HB 1121 tightening oversight of aging and guardianship services A committee substitute for HB 1121 was reported favorably after sponsors described measures to create a single statewide pre-enrollment wait list for long-term care, strengthen oversight of area agencies on aging, impose procurement standards and increase guardianship oversight powers, including a requirement for unredacted records to be submitted to legislative leaders by Aug. 1, 2026.

A transformative bill aimed at enhancing long-term care access and oversight in Florida has just cleared its first hurdle, promising significant changes for aging services and guardianship enforcement.

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Families urge Clay County to review public administrator after allegations of neglect Multiple public speakers gave detailed allegations that the Clay County public administrator and its contracted providers have at times failed to protect wards and to allow family advocacy; the county auditor cited gaps in documentation and staff committed to follow up.

Families in Clay County are demanding accountability after shocking allegations of neglect and a tragic stabbing incident involving a vulnerable adult in guardianship.

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#ClayCounty #MO #FamilyInvolvement #GuardianshipReform #ClayCountyDisabilityAdvocacy #CitizenPortal

Court Approves Conservatorship for Trey's Care Without Annual Reports Court waives annual reporting requirements for Trey's conservatorship due to his disability.

A Tennessee court has streamlined the conservatorship process for Trevante, a young adult with a disability, highlighting the vital role of family support in his care.

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#TN #CitizenPortal #TennesseeDisabilities #FamilySupport #GuardianshipReform #DisabilityRights

ARP and Justice Department Address Adult Guardianship Bill to Protect Vulnerable Seniors ARP and Justice Department discuss legislation to enhance protections for vulnerable seniors.

Puerto Rico's aging population is set to soar, prompting urgent discussions on legal protections for seniors amid rising exploitation cases—are we doing enough to safeguard our elders?

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#US #CitizenPortal #AgingPopulation #ElderProtection #GuardianshipReform #PuertoRicoSeniors

Kalamazoo Court Official Advocates For Guardianship Reform During Testimony Court official supports legislative reforms to improve guardianship practices across Michigan.

A former court official reveals shocking disparities in Michigan's guardianship system, highlighting the urgent need for reform to protect vulnerable individuals.

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#MI #CitizenPortal #CommunitySupport #CivicAccountability #GuardianshipReform

Highland Village Attorney Launches Elder Law Firm Focused on Guardianship and Medicaid Local attorney opens law firm specializing in guardianship and Medicaid services for vulnerable populations.

Texas faces a critical shortage of certified guardians, leaving vulnerable individuals in nursing homes at risk of abandonment and inadequate care.

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House passes HB 18 for clearer guardianship review process for incapacitated individuals House votes to support HB 18 enhancing guardianship rights and access to family support.

Pennsylvania's Legislature just took a monumental step to protect vulnerable populations and improve healthcare access with groundbreaking new bills!

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#PA #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #HealthcareAccess #GuardianshipReform #PennsylvaniaSeniors

Massachusetts establishes Office of Adult Guardianship and Conservatorship Oversight for elder protection Bill creates office to enhance court oversight of guardianship and conservatorship arrangements

Massachusetts is taking a bold step to protect its elders by establishing a new office dedicated to overseeing guardianship and conservatorship arrangements.

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#MA #CitizenPortal #LegalOversight #ElderCare #GuardianshipReform

Nevada Assembly approves multiple bills on guardianship and juvenile justice reforms Nevada Assembly unanimously passes various bills enhancing guardianship and juvenile justice regulations.

Nevada's Senate Committee just passed a series of groundbreaking bills aimed at reforming guardianship and enhancing protections for domestic violence victims—transforming legal frameworks for a safer future!

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#NV #CitizenPortal #NevadaJustice #GuardianshipReform

Vermont lawmakers propose new guardianship rules for children facing parental unavailability Legislature adds adverse immigration actions as grounds for custodial guardianship in Vermont.

Vermont lawmakers are redefining guardianship laws, making it easier for children to find safe care when parents face unexpected challenges like illness or immigration issues.

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#VT #FamilyLaw #CitizenPortal #GuardianshipReform #VermontChildren #ChildProtection

Probate court grants guardianship responsibilities to department for unprotected children Court allows department to manage care and education for unprotected children.

Massachusetts lawmakers are pushing for House Bill 1885, a groundbreaking proposal that could transform the guardianship landscape for vulnerable children without proper care.

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#MA #ChildWelfare #GuardianshipReform #CitizenPortal #ParentalRights

Legislation on Supported Decision-Making Enhances Principal Autonomy in Utah Utah enacts law to clarify supported decision-making agreements and principal rights.

Utah is on the brink of a transformative change with H.B. 334, a bill that empowers individuals with disabilities by redefining supported decision-making and safeguarding their autonomy.

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#UT #EmpowermentInclusion #CitizenPortal #GuardianshipReform

Advocates oppose new guardianship bill citing risks to disabled individuals' rights in Georgia Committee hears strong testimonies against guardianship bill threatening disabled individuals' decision-making rights.

Advocates in Georgia are fiercely opposing a new guardianship bill, fearing it could strip away the rights and autonomy of individuals with disabilities.

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#GA #EmpowermentIndependence #LocalGovAI #DisabilityRights #GuardianshipReform #GeorgiaDisabilities

Georgia advocates oppose new guardianship bill citing risks to disabled individuals' rights Opposition grows against proposed guardianship bill, citing risks of abuse and loss of autonomy.

Georgia's proposed guardianship changes have sparked fierce opposition, raising alarms about potential abuses and the rights of individuals with disabilities.

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#GA #DisabilityRights #GuardianshipReform #CitizenPortal #AutonomyProtection #GeorgiaDisabilities

Virginia Senate bill aims to protect voting rights for individuals under guardianship Bill proposes individuals under guardianship retain voting rights unless a judge rules otherwise.

Virginia lawmakers are pushing a groundbreaking bill that could empower individuals under guardianship to retain their voting rights, reshaping the future of democracy for the most vulnerable.

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#VA #VirginiaVotingRights #GuardianshipReform #VotingAccess #CitizenPortal

I’m an adult with autism. I built a team to help me make decisions Supported decision-making or SDM is an alternative to adult guardianship for people with a cognitive or intellectual disability, writes Jonathan Gardner. With SDM, I’m the CEO of my life. Rather than taking decisions away from people like me, SDM allows us to use supporters to help us make and communicate our own decisions.

An #autistic cancer survivor used #SupportedDecisionMaking to maintain #autonomy over his medical treatment and life decisions rather than submitting to restrictive #guardianship. 👏

#DisabilityRights #GuardianshipReform #SelfAdvocacy

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