Establishes supported decision-making agreements for adults, detailing supporter roles and rights.
The bill creates supported decision-making agreements for adults, allowing them to voluntarily enter into written agreements with supporters to assist in making life decisions. Supporters must respect the adult's values and preferences, act honestly, and only within the scope of their agreement. Supporters cannot make decisions for the adult or sign documents on their behalf unless legally authorized. The bill outlines circumstances under which a supporter may be removed, such as abuse or neglect.
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