Modifies guardianship rules for individuals with developmental disabilities in Michigan.
The bill amends guardianship rules for individuals with developmental disabilities in Michigan. It prioritizes appointing professional guardians licensed under specific occupational codes. It prohibits the Department of Health and Human Services from serving as a guardian if they provide services to the individual. It mandates that professional guardians or their employees cannot make independent decisions unless licensed. It also requires courts to consider the individual's preference for a guardian.
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