H296

Protecting vulnerable adults from financial exploitation

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H296 aims to protect vulnerable adults from financial exploitation by enabling qualified individuals to report suspected cases.

Massachusetts H296 establishes measures to safeguard vulnerable adults from financial exploitation. Qualified individuals, including agents and investment advisers, can report suspected financial exploitation to designated agencies. The bill allows for delays in disbursements or transactions if exploitation is suspected, with immunity from liability for those acting in good faith. It also mandates that records related to suspected exploitation remain confidential and not be considered public records.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Sep 9, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

Accompanied a new draft, see H5300

Feb 2

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Dec 31, 2025

House

Accompanied a study order, see H4883