Michigan HB5740 amends guardianship and conservatorship laws to clarify duties and powers of guardians and conservators.

Michigan HB5740 amends sections of the Michigan Estates and Protected Individuals Code to update the duties and powers of guardians and conservators. The bill requires guardians to consult with wards about medical decisions, such as do-not-resuscitate orders and physician orders for scope of treatment. It mandates guardians to report newly discovered assets exceeding $25,000 to the court. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of guardians in managing the ward's estate, including annual reporting to the court and maintaining records of visits and activities.

Michigan HB5740 amends guardianship and conservatorship laws to clarify duties and powers of guardians and conservators.

Michigan HB5740 amends sections of the Michigan Estates and Protected Individuals Code to update the duties and powers of guardians and conservators. The bill requires guardians to consult with wards about medical decisions, such as do-not-resuscitate orders and physician orders for scope of treatment. It mandates guardians to report newly discovered assets exceeding $25,000 to the court. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of guardians in managing the ward's estate, including annual reporting to the court and maintaining records of visits and activities.