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MA H3658

MA H3658
Relative to the Uniform Power of Attorney Act


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish the Uniform Power of Attorney act. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Uniform Power of Attorney Act in Massachusetts. The key provisions include defining important terms, outlining the scope and applicability of the law, establishing requirements for creating a valid power of attorney, specifying circumstances under which a power of attorney terminates or an agent's authority is limited, and detailing the duties and responsibilities of an agent acting under a power of attorney. The bill also provides guidance on the acceptance and reliance of a power of attorney by third parties and outlines remedies for violations of the Act. The bill takes effect on June 30, 2020.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5081 (on 11/12/2020)

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