H1772

Providing protections against predatory guardianship

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1772 amends guardianship laws to enhance protections against predatory guardianship practices.

Massachusetts H1772 amends the General Laws to strengthen protections against predatory guardianship by ensuring individuals alleged to be incapacitated are informed of their legal rights, including the right to legal representation and to be present at hearings. It also mandates guardians to be certified by the center for guardianship commission within six months of their appointment and requires them to account for related expenses charged to the incapacitated person's estate.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 22, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)

Oct 14, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2

Oct 14, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order