H1911

Clarifying a right of a durable power of attorney

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Clarifies the rights of a durable power of attorney in Massachusetts.

This bill amends the Massachusetts General Laws to clarify the rights of a durable power of attorney. It adds definitions for "durable power of attorney" and "settlor's agent," and modifies sections to include these terms. The changes ensure that a settlor's agent can create a trust on behalf of the settlor, provided their actions comply with specified sections.

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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