HB522 Alabama 2022 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Gil Isbell

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2022

Title

Guardianships and conservatorships, Colby Act, decision-making agreements as an alternative to guardianships provided for

Description

Under existing law, an adult with a disability may be the subject of a guardianship, conservatorship, or protective arrangement.

Also under existing law, an adult with a guardianship, conservatorship, or protective arrangement may not make certain major decisions for himself or herself. The guardian, conservator, or protective arrangement generally holds the decision-making authority.

This bill would provide that, in lieu of a guardianship, an adult may enter into a supported decision-making agreement with supporters who may assist and advise the adult with making certain decisions without impeding the adult's self-determination.

This bill would also provide for the procedures and limitations related to a supported decision-making agreement.

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Subjects

Guardianships