HB5740

Probate: guardians and conservators; requirements upon discovery of certain assets; provide for. Amends secs. 5106, 5314 & 5319 of 1998 PA 386 (MCL 700.5106 et seq.).

Chamber Passed·6/3/26

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.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 106–0 · Jun 3
Current
Housing And Human Services Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

106 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

May 21

10:30 AM

House Rules

May 14

10:30 AM

House Rules

History

Jun 10

Senate

Passed By House With Immediate Effect

Jun 10

Senate

Referred To Committee On Housing And Human Services

Jun 3

House

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