SB595 establishes protections for individuals with cognitive deficits, ensuring changes to their power of attorney are safeguarded against undue.

SB595 introduces measures to protect individuals diagnosed with cognitive deficits from unauthorized or unjust changes to their power of attorney. The bill mandates a comprehensive cognitive assessment by a qualified health care professional before any changes can be made. It requires written notice to the principal, existing agent, and relevant family members, along with an affidavit detailing the reasons for the change. Changes must comply with a mandatory waiting period and be reviewed by adult protective services.

SB595 establishes protections for individuals with cognitive deficits, ensuring changes to their power of attorney are safeguarded against undue.

SB595 introduces measures to protect individuals diagnosed with cognitive deficits from unauthorized or unjust changes to their power of attorney. The bill mandates a comprehensive cognitive assessment by a qualified health care professional before any changes can be made. It requires written notice to the principal, existing agent, and relevant family members, along with an affidavit detailing the reasons for the change. Changes must comply with a mandatory waiting period and be reviewed by adult protective services.