SB0586

Probate: guardians and conservators; requirement to state on record reasons for moving ward from residence; provide for. Amends secs. 5306 & 5314 of 1998 PA 386 (MCL 700.5306 & 700.5314) & adds sec 5306b.

Complete·7/23/26

Michigan SB0586 amends guardianship laws to require guardians to document reasons for moving wards from their residences and to consult with the ward.

Michigan SB0586 amends sections 5306 and 5314 of the Michigan Compiled Laws, adding new section 5306b. The bill requires guardians to state on record the reasons for moving a ward from their residence. It also mandates that guardians consult with the ward before making major decisions affecting them. Additionally, the bill outlines specific powers and duties of guardians, including the power to execute do-not-resuscitate orders, nonopioid directive forms, and physician orders for scope of treatment forms, subject to certain conditions and consultations.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

107 Yea

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Calendar

Dec 10, 2025

12:00 PM

Senate Housing and Human Services

Nov 4, 2025

12:00 PM

Senate Housing and Human Services

History

Jul 29

Senate

Approved By Governor 7/21/2026 1:46 Pm

Jul 29

Senate

Filed With Secretary Of State 7/23/2026 12:12 Pm

Jul 29

Senate

Assigned Pa 0069'26 With Immediate Effect